Cards for humanity
Playing the hand life deals
She's grateful to those who have helped her and encouraged her. To ensure the characters and scenarios were accurately depicted, she would consult with social workers and psychological consultants for advice.
One scenario in the game is about a student who is taunted due to his bad exam results. The players notice that he is easily distracted in class, showing a typical symptom of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Xizi says children with ADHD are more likely to be bullied on campus because of their "unusual" behaviors. Early diagnosis and early intervention are crucial.
Her own story is also similar. But it was only in 2019 that she was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome.
"When I interact with others, there are sure to be misunderstandings and conflicts, because those who have Asperger's syndrome communicate differently, like we're on a different channel or frequency," she says.
She undergoes psychological counseling in order to help bridge the gap. "I really want to get on well with others and I'm working hard to learn how to do that," she says.
She quotes Julie Dachez, a French social psychologist who also has Asperger's syndrome, as she says to "her fellow autistic friends" in a Ted Talk, "You're not a mistake. You're not a disease that needs to be cured. And you're (good) enough."
