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Jan 13, 20202 min read

Freeze Reactions in Autism: Recognize the Signs

Learn to recognize freeze reactions in the autistic adult. Often mistaken for medical events, these are signs of stress.

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Jan 12, 20202 min read

Flight Reactions in Autism: Recognize the Quiet Suffering

Flight reactions in autism (leaving, hiding, quitting) are signs of suffering. Learn to recognize the signs and help the autistic individual

Jan 11, 20203 min read

Fight Reactions in Autism: Strategies to Improve Communication and Calming

Fight reactions in autism are a sign of stress and being overwhelmed. Help the individual learn how to regain a sense of calm.

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Jan 8, 20201 min read

Autism Strategies: Turn the Unexpected Into the Expected

Dealing with change and unexpected events can be very stressful for the autistic individual. Try this strategy to reduce anxiety.

Dec 28, 20191 min read

Autism Strategies: Calm Your Nervous System

Ever wonder why instruction to "calm down" or reasoning that "there is nothing to be stressed about" isn't effective for calming? Try this.

Dec 23, 20192 min read

Your emotions overwhelm me! Tips for helping the autistic individual remain calm.

It is a myth that individuals on the autism spectrum have no feelings. In fact, a number of ASD individuals decribe "hyper-empathy" as if...

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