Been there, done that.
Posted on 01/13/2026 6:51:24 AM PST by dynachrome
Mattel is expanding its push for inclusion with the launch of its first autistic Barbie, developed in partnership with autism advocates to reflect how some people on the spectrum experience the world.
Mattel spent more than 18 months developing the autistic Barbie in partnership with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN), a nonprofit that works to advance the rights and media representation of autistic people. The aim, the company said, was to design a doll that reflects some of the ways autistic individuals experience and navigate the world around them.
The doll includes articulated elbows and wrists to allow for movements such as hand flapping and other gestures often used for sensory regulation or expression.
The doll’s eyes are positioned with a slightly averted gaze, reflecting how some people on the autism spectrum may avoid direct eye contact. Accessories include a pink finger-clip fidget spinner that spins, pink noise-canceling headphones designed to reduce sensory overload, and a pink tablet displaying symbol-based Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) apps used to support communication.
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Methed Up Barbie?
Been there, done that.
Barbie Be Hookin?
Why is she fat?
Cleft Palate Barbie
Gimpy Barbie
Follically Challenged Barbie
Barbie Bin Inked
Trantifa Barbie
I thought the Bee, as well. Back when SNL was funny, they introduced Tupac Ken and Gangsta Bitch Barbie 🤣
Next up depression Barbie with cutting scars, pill bottle and noose so she can transform into suicidal Barbie.
Slutty Barbie.
Why not “Colostomy Bag Barbie”, or a jaundiced “Hepatitis C Barbie?” Surely, they would want to make sure that people experiencing those conditions are “seen”, too. But if we’re going to adopt this new identity-based Barbie, then I think there should be a matched set of “Decapitated Barbie” along with her boyfriend, “Muslim Ken” (or optional boyfriend, “K-dawg”, complete with “gat” and EBT card). Just trying to “keep it real.”
What about Crack Whore Barbie?
They should do Irritable Bowel Syndrome Barbie next.
She comes in the set with K-Dawg Ken.
FFS
Didnt they get their asses handed to them when they tried this before. Was it Down Syndrome Baby? I think we have been down this road before.
Does she come with a cattle stanchion and a really bad wardrobe? (ala Temple Grande)
Antifa barbie yet?
Waiting for a new edition for Barbie’s little sister, Schizophrenic Skipper.
Reminds me of the common response to the “Deaf Barbie” line: “Wait, you mean the others can hear us?”
How do you think Barbie got the Malibu house on her salary?
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