To prepare for the role, Cartwright consulted with people who worked with autistic people, watched documentaries, read blogs created by autistic people, and books from autistic authors, such as Temple Grandin and Daniel Tammet.
Before assuming the role, Cartwright engaged in research by consulting with professionals who interacted with autistic people, watched documentaries, read blogs created by autistic individuals, and read books written by autistic authors, including Temple Grandin and Daniel Tammet.