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Understanding Meltdowns

11/27/2020

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By Clara H
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Meltdowns might be one of the most difficult things that caregivers of those on the spectrum have to deal with. They are for me too. They're just as confusing for the person who's having the meltdown. I know because I've been on both sides. Don't worry, I am here to provide you with as much guidance as I can. I'm not a professional, but none of us really are. If we come together as a community, we can make challenging moments a bit easier one step at a time.

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I Don't Know

6/23/2020

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Decision making is something I often find to be difficult. When people disagree with my choices it doesn't help me get better at making them. If someone tells me to pick whatever I want, I assume that all answers are correct. Even when they say there is no wrong answer one of the options is still better than the rest. The question is, how do I know which one it is? If you already have something picked out in your head then what's the point in asking me?

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Homeschooling on the Spectrum

4/7/2020

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As most of you know, the whole world is in the middle of a pandemic, which means all schools are closed forcing students to learn from home. Hardly anybody was prepared for this situation making it a huge sudden switch in everyone's lives. For those with autism, even just the tiniest of change can be a challenge. I happen to be a student myself so I'm going to help out by sharing with you my top five ways to make online education for families who have loved ones on the spectrum just a little bit easier. 


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