Watch | Heartwarming friendship between a girl and a cat

5-year-old Iris is autistic and finds a companion and a best friend in her cat, Thula. She not only keeps her company but also inspires the artist in Iris. Thula's presence is therapeutic for this autistic girl and has helped her reduce anxiety too. Autism is a complex disorder of brain development. These disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behavior.