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Autism is a complex neurobehavioral disorder characterized by difficulty in communication, social interactions, and restricted and repetitive behaviors. While Pokémon is a popular franchise of media, video games, and collectible cards that has been around since the mid-1990s. For those who are on the autism spectrum, Pokémon can be a great source of comfort and an outlet for creative expression. One of the main appeals of Pokémon for autistic people is that it provides a form of escapism.