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  • Autism Meltdown Symptoms And Coping Techniques In Adults
    April 19, 2024

    Autism Meltdown Symptoms And Coping Techniques In Adults

    If a person with autism becomes so overwhelmed that they cannot control their behaviour, this response is known as a meltdown. A meltdown can be presented in different ways ā€“ verbally or physically. For example, a person might shout and cry or they might lash out, kicking or biting. Itā€™s important to recognise that an autism meltdown is not intentional bad behaviour.
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  • How do I get my autistic child to change clothes?
    January 12, 2024

    How do I get my autistic child to change clothes?

    Does your child have difficulty changing their clothes? If the answer is yes, youā€™re not alone. Lots of children with autism find it difficult to change what they wear. This can be for a variety of reasons. Their sensory needs, their dislike of change or even a fixation on a particular clothing item. Typically, sensory needs are the common reason why children with autism find wearing clothes difficult.

    In this blog, we will list some things that you should consider if you would like to help your child to change their clothes.

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  • Top Picks For Autism Friendly Christmas Events 2023
    December 11, 2023

    Top Picks For Autism Friendly Christmas Events 2023

    The need for Autism friendly Christmas events is becoming better recognised every year, with venues having a greater understanding of sensory needs and what works better for children with autism at Christmas. Avoiding queues, dimmed lights, quieter music and fewer crowds are just a few of the things parents of children with autism look for when attending events at Christmas. The best place to find out about these events is usually online or via word of mouth from other parent carers.
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