Video Games Spread Autistic Awareness

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Years ago, video games were thought to cause mental illness. Today, they are used to help treat them. PS4 and Xbox One gamers are helping spread autistic awareness through a video game tournament. Outside of that, a well-known game retailer is getting in on the cause as well. Here are five things to note about the event.

1. PS4 AND XBOX ONE TOURNEY FOR AUTISTIC AWARENESS

Washington's Bellevue College just hosted the 5th annual Autism Acceptance video game tournament. PS4, Xbox One, and other gamers got together in hopes of raising awareness for autistic individuals at their school and around the country.

2. THE RESULTS WERE OVERWHELMINGLY POSITIVE

As one can imagine, it's easy to cast judgement on the autistic community and deny their existence.

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