Mattel has released a new "Autistic Barbie," expanding its line of inclusive dolls designed to reflect neurodiversity. Two young women with autism from the Tampa Bay area, Madison Marilla and Aarushi Pratap,

A 52-year-old autistic woman said she "finally feels like she is represented" by a Barbie doll launched on Monday. Lisa Ventura, from Worcester, was diagnosed as autistic when she was 44 after being prompted by her GP to take part in a local study.

Mattel unveiled its first autistic Barbie as part of its Fashionista line, working with the Autism Self-Advocacy Network, sparking joy for a local woman.