Fans have resonated with Christine McGuinness’s first-hand experience with autism.
The English model continues to receive praise for her documentary about a severe developmental disorder that affects a person’s ability to interact and communicate. A sweeping documentary aired on the BBC last month saw her reveal that she was sexually abused and had trouble staying in touch with the people in her life.
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Instagram | Christine McGuinness
For McGuinness, being diagnosed with autism in 2021 when he was 33 years old clarified many previously unanswered questions. He had struggled to stay focused through school as a teenager, eventually dropping out at 14.
Therefore, it is important for her to share her story to help others understand what the disorder entails through her documentary, “Christine McGuinness: Unraveling My Autism.”
More than a month later, his praise has proven that he made the right choice. The 35-year-old explained some of the awards in a series of Instagram Stories, starting with a screenshot of a comment that read:
“I was at the hospital with my daughter & I just overheard a conversation about a young girl with Anorexia who was admitted and the parents asked about exploring the diagnosis of autism behind your really great documentary.”
Instagram | Christine McGuinness
The original poster claims that although the doctor has referred to the positive impact and awareness that “the documentary has brought to the subject”, concluding that “it is emotional to listen to.”
The next story was even more touching when this netizen sent a direct message that began with a tribute to McGuinness, who may have saved their 15-year-old daughter’s life. After stating that they had a “lightbulb moment, during a long period of total darkness,” they continued:
“Your courage, honesty and all your contributors’ narratives have awakened us, as clearly as if our daughter took off her mask and revealed her heart. Her adolescence was horrible with bullying, trauma, SH and isolation, and no professional help could get her right.”
They added that while they won’t be meeting the former beauty queen to hug her and “say thank you,” their gratitude is genuine and immense.
Instagram | Christine McGuinness
A third update from “The Real Housewives of Cheshire” alum featured another text collage, including one from a 34-year-old netizen who is “undiagnosed but 1000000% autistic.” Sadly, the patient died of suicide last January, and his sister believes that “he wasn’t in a world that understood that was a big factor.”
A message below that tells McGuinness that “their daughter went and got help after your documentary,” and a third thanked him profusely for saving their 12-year-old daughter’s life with the television program, stating:
“We have now got [an] appointment with caudwell for [an] appointment for [an] autism assessment.”
The “All Star Mr & Mrs” contestant closed the emotional update with a clip saying she’s taking time away from social media to regroup. He revealed that while he was happy to have impacted so many people with his documentary, the message he received got to him.
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In the weeks after her documentary aired, McGuinness spoke about her fears about her three children – Penelope Patricia, Felicity Rose, and Leo Joseph – living full and rich lives with the disorder. The Blast noted that she addressed the issue during her appearance on the “Me, My Autism & Me” show earlier this month, stating:
“It keeps me up at night. I worry if they will be independent when they are older. This is an added concern with those who are autistic and have additional needs – they are more vulnerable.”
He then expressed his uncertainty about them living independently, especially when he considered the possibility that they would need “support to get a job.” Despite not having any control over the situation, the “Steph’s Packed Lunch” guest is determined to “stay positive,” as she admits:
“I need to spend as much time as possible to make them independent when the time comes.”
Fortunately, because the child was also diagnosed with autism, they have developed “coping mechanisms” that will help them in handling challenging situations.
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Source: thtrangdai.edu.vn/en/
