This Is Nicholas: Living with Autism Spectrum Disorder

This Is Nicholas: Living with Autism Spectrum Disorder

This Is Nicholas: Living with Autism Spectrum Disorder

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This Is Nicholas: Living with Autism Spectrum Disorder

2019

0h 52m

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Documentary

Drama

Family

Overview

A mother determines to see her son faced with autism and depression overcome challenges, along with support from family, the community and teachers.

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1 member

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Nicholas Ryan Purcell

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