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Autism Calming Strategies for Adults: How to Self-Soothe Without Shame

Autistic adults often face sensory overload, stress, and emotional fatigue. This guide offers practical, empowering strategies to help you self-soothe, regulate, and reclaim calm, without shame. Read more...

Managing Visual Stimming: Understanding the Role of Occupational Therapy

This article explores the role of occupational therapy in managing visual stimming, discussing techniques and strategies used, the benefits of sensory integration therapy, and the collaborative approach in promoting positive... Read more...

Understanding Visual Stimming in Toddlers: Signs, Reasons, and Management

A comprehensive guide on visual stimming in toddlers, including understanding the behavior, common signs and behaviors, reasons for visual stimming, its relation to autism, management techniques, and guidance towards more... Read more...

Empowering Individuals: Alternative Therapies for Visual Stimming

A comprehensive guide to understanding visual stimming, the reasons behind it, and alternative therapies such as ABA therapy, complementary and alternative therapies (CAM), and sensory activities for managing and empowering... Read more...

Understanding and Managing Stimming in Autism: A Comprehensive Guide

An overview of stimming in autism, including different types of stimming behaviors, the role of stimming in autism, potential impacts and triggers of stimming, management strategies, and when to seek... Read more...

The Cognitive Benefits of Autism-Themed Puzzles

Explore the cognitive benefits of autism-themed puzzles and their positive impact on individuals with autism. Discover how these puzzles promote focus, attention, and social interaction while stimulating cognitive development and... Read more...

Sensory Overload FAQs: Your Guide to Managing Overstimulation

See Your Sensory Overload FAQs guide to learn more managing Sensory Overload, including prevention, management, and self-care tips. Read more...

Stimming FAQ: Your Top Questions Answered

All your questions about stimming answered. Learn all about stimming, a natural self-stimulatory behavior practiced by many neurodivergent individuals. Read more...

Fidget Spinners & Autism: Benefits, Tips & FAQs

Learn the benefits of fidget spinners for adults with autism in managing stress and improving focus. Discover more about fidget spinners, why they work, types of fidget spinners and answers... Read more...

Hand Flapping & Stimming: What it is, Why it Happens & How to Manage it

Learn about hand flapping stimming in individuals with autism. Understand the causes, management, and implications of hand flapping. Read more...

Proprioceptive Stimming: What It is, Types & Benefits

Learn about proprioceptive stimming, a sensory activity that can help individuals with sensory processing difficulties feel calm and focused. Find out how to safely incorporate proprioceptive stimming into daily life. Read more...

Visual Stimming in Autism: What It Is, Examples & Supportive Strategies

Visual stimming is more than a habit — it’s a sensory strategy. This guide explains what it is, why autistic people engage in it, real-life examples, and supportive ways to... Read more...

Empowering Positive Affirmations for Adults With Autism

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Empowering Positive Affirmations for Autistic Adults

Be inspired with our positive affirmations for autistic adults to reframe negative self-talk, reduce anxiety, and cul...

Part of Your World: Understanding Autism through the Little Mermaid

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Is Ariel Autistic? An Autistic Perspective on the Little Mermaid

Ariel’s story in The Little Mermaid has long resonated with the autism community. Discover how her traits—like intens...

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Sensory Music Activities for Autism: Calm, Focus & Sound-Based Joy

Need calm? These sensory music ideas are made for autistic minds. Explore sound-based tools for emotional regulation,...

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Navigating Autism Dating: Tips for Finding Love & Connection

Discover tips and strategies for navigating autism dating, building connections, and finding love on the spectrum.

Autism & Immigration: Legal Rights and Country Rules

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Autism and Immigration: Country Rules, Medical Inadmissibility & Paths to Residency

We wrote this guide for autistic adults and families making major life decisions about immigration. It’s calm, cle...

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Autism Awareness Merchandise That Uplifts, Includes & Respects the Community

Many awareness products miss the mark. We explore what meaningful autism merchandise looks like, designed for comf...

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