You can use cinematherapy or a variation of this method as a springboard for discussion among students, teachers, or parent groups. View clips from movies and TV shows that include characters with Asperger’s who are portrayed in an accurate, sensitive manner. Learn background information on this method, helpful tips, and discussion guides about three distinct ways to use cinematherapy: raise awareness among parents, students, or teachers about Asperger’s syndrome and giftedness; alleviate social and emotional needs of students as they relate to the characters; and support parents through sharing examples from the show Parenthood.