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Making sense of autistic meltdowns in adults… an overwhelming emotional or sensory experience. Autistic adults across the spectrum are vulnerable to them due to social, communication and/or sensory differences. While meltdowns can look like tantrums to those on the outside, they are not a behavioral … an autistic person’s mind can be thrown off balance. Changes in routine and other sources of anxiety, like social interactions or anticipating high-stress events can also be triggers. Meltdowns are common too in situations when …
A hopeful future for an overlooked group of the autistic community… Dr. Nathan Call, a researcher at the Marcus Autism Center and member of Autism Speaks’ Autism Care Network (ACNet) , is dedicated to tackling some of the most complex and … the purpose the behavior serves for them. Our research has contributed to the mounting evidence that alternative means of communication can provide autistic people with new skills and coping strategies that help them better express their needs … to be alone for a moment. In response, we taught him to request privacy and helped him understand that sometimes brief interactions with others are necessary. As a result of the intervention, the time he chose to spend with others gradually …
Navigating sex education and reproductive care: A guide for parents and caregivers … Talking about sex, puberty and reproductive health with your child can feel awkward—but it’s a crucial part of helping them grow into a confident, … University. “First, they may find the office where they would go to receive contraception inaccessible because of health communication that is jargony or hard to understand, physical spaces that trigger sensory sensitivities or transportation … If they’re nervous, help them practice how they will ask questions or request accommodations. Role-playing these interactions in advance can make the experience feel less intimidating. Remind your child that it’s okay to feel nervous …