Deficits in self-awareness can create a sudden crash for the autistic individual who goes from "great" to "exhausted."

The autism misdiagnosis crisis. Why autism isn't on the differential radar, and why this leads to inappropriate diagnoses in adults.

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

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

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

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

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

Want to know how to choose reachable goals for the adult in the autism spectrum? Read these 3 basic guidelines.

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...

Those with autism may rely on repetition and predictability to lend a sense of calm and groundedness. #Tips for calming at the holidays.

Do you find yourself reminding, reasoning, and cajoling the individual on the autism again and again to get things done? Try something else!