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desultory-suggestions · 3 months

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Pay attention to what makes you feel on edge. If you’re feeling angry try to stop and assess what is triggering that anger. It doesn’t have to make sense. Is the sound of shoes squeaking on the floor grating? Is the way someone is asking you for something upsetting even if the ask isn’t? Understanding what is bothering us is the first step to diffusing our anger.

#suggestions #suggestion blog #mental health #anger #emotional #emotional regulation #adhd #actually autistic #recovery #positivity #self love #ed recovery #self care #meltdowns #healing #mental health suggestions

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theorahsart · 19 days

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Here's a comic I made a few years ago, explaining autistic meltdowns and shutdowns in detail! They can be pretty different to what you might expect- I didnt even realise I was experiencing them for years. I thought they were panic attacks that just happened to last much longer than an average person's, or that I was very sensitive- newsflash, it was actually autism lol

#autismacceptancemonth #autismacceptance2024 #autism acceptance #autism #actually autistic #autism comic #autism comics #actuallyautistic #autistic meltdown #autistic shutdown #meltdowns #shutdowns #comic #web comic #info graphic #autism info graphic

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my-autism-adhd-blog · 2 months

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Autistic Meltdowns

The Autistic Teacher

#autism #actually autistic #meltdowns #autistic meltdown #what it looks like #what causes meltdowns #neurodivergence #neurodiversity #actually neurodivergent #feel free to share/reblog #The Autistic Teacher (Facebook)

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autisticdreamdrop · 8 months

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before a meltdown

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madasrabbits · 2 years

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walking into my second job covered in blood and theyre like what happened im like there was a my chemical romance concert i didnt even attend tonight

#meltdowns #kc.txt

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beinganautismgirl · 4 months

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This.

I hide my meltdowns and no one has ever seen me have one. I'm not lying, this is just how it is. I do not trust anyone to see me have a meltdown, it looks like I'm sobbing and crying and freaking out over absolutely nothing, but my nervous system is on fire and I am usually feeling completely terrified and helpless.

#autism #living with autism #actually autistic #autistic adult #anxiety and autism #audhd #adhd #autistic communication #meltdowns #autistic meltdown #autistic masking

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autismcultureis · 2 months

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autism culture is getting told you’re having a “teenage temper tantrum” when it’s really just a meltdown

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#autism culture #autism #autism spectrum disorder #autistic #neurodivergent #neurodiversity #actually autistic #asd #autistic things #nd #autistic teen culture #autistic teen #autistic culture #meltdown #meltdowns #autistic meltdown

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askanautistic · 8 months

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Meltdown/shutdown resource.

I wrote this years ago, and thought I'd repost it as a standalone post instead of an answer to a question. I've included a few updates. This can be used to create your own 'pick 'n' mix' of instructions, to help you notice or to help others to notice signs that you are beginning to get overwhelmed, the reasons why you might be becoming overwhelmed, or that you are in a state of shutdown/meltdown, and to know what to do and what not to do. Some suggestions might be repeated and seem contradictory (because one person might need to be left alone when becoming overwhelmed and someone else might need reassurance). You can also add in anything else you think of if creating your own resource, as this isn't an exhaustive list.

I might struggle with: - being too hot/cold. - noisy environments. - sudden noises. - bright lights. - too much visual input or movement (busy/chaotic environments). - too much social interaction. - unexpected events. - changes to plans. - Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria.

Signs to look out for: - I may become irritable. - I may become withdrawn/quieter than usual. - I may stim more or less than usual, or differently [you could be specific about this, explainng the exact stims to look out for if any]. - I may become (more) aversive to touch (than usual). - I may seem ‘sulky’ or ‘whiney’. - I may act more ‘childish’ (than usual). - I may become restless or more fidgety (than usual). - I may ‘huff’ and sigh a lot. - I may become uncooperative. - I may cover my ears/close my eyes/turn away. - I might become physically aggressive. - I might become verbally aggressive. - I might scream/shout/cry. - I might become nonspeaking (or less able to speak). - I might not be able to move independently. - I may seem anxious/panicked. - I may exhibit a flat effect. - I might bolt. - I might keep going to the toilet.

Don’t: - Panic, or get angry or upset. - Touch me. - Leave me by myself. - Talk too loudly. - Talk to me. - Ask open questions. - Stop me from stimming or stop my sensory seeking behaviours. - Prevent me from avoiding sensory stimulus. - Involve other people. - Box me in/block exits.

Do: - Keep me safe. - Talk to me. - Reassure me. - Leave me alone. - Offer a quiet and private space. - Give me something to drink and a snack (without asking). - Explain where we are going (or what you are going to do). - Ask closed questions (questions requiring yes or no answers, or give me limited options to choose from). - Gently guide me away from crowded or noisy areas. - Remind me to use/Give me my headphones/earplugs/sunglasses. - Remind me to use my/give me my stim tools. - Help me to keep warm or to cool down. - (Ask if I would like you to) hold my hand tightly/hug me tightly (apply deep pressure). - Use AAC (use specifics: tell them what kind of communication you prefer and if you need them to find an app on your phone, tell them which one - you could even include the icon for it). I hope this is helpful to people. Ben Tip jar.

#meltdowns #shutdowns #actually autistic #resources #meltdown resource #shutdown resource #askanautistic

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notabled-noodle · 2 years

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post-meltdown self-care

take slow, deep breaths. tell yourself that it is going to be okay

hydrate! especially if you cry during meltdowns, but also in general — drink water/tea/something

again, especially if you cry during meltdowns, have a salt-based snack

take care of your sensory needs. listen to music, use a stim toy, or put on ear defenders

don’t feel pressured to go back and communicate with anyone until you’re absolutely ready to — the last thing you want is to go out before you’re ready and end up having another meltdown

think about a special interest, or engage with a special interest in general

if soft toys are your jam, go give one a tight squeeze

it’ll be okay

#autism #autistic #actually autistic #meltdowns #autistic meltdowns #wrote this immediately after a meltdown so sorry if it makes no sense #actually I wrote this as a checklist for myself and thought others might find it handy #I still cannot speak out loud yet but I can type so woo

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ametistapp · 6 months

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Meltdowns aren't tantrums.

Burnout isn't procrastination.

Stims aren't pointless.

Shutdowns aren't just lack of attention.

Verbal shutdowns aren't a "silence treatment".

Hyperfixations aren't useless.

Special interests are more than obsessions.

Phobias aren't regular fears.

Panic attacks aren't controllable.

Self-harm isn't a trend.

#neurodivergence #autism #adhd #anxiety #depression #burnout #meltdowns #shutdowns #hyperfixation #special interest #verbal shutdown #panic attack #phobia

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sicksadstar · 1 year

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When you say you accept and support autistics you have to support us at all times

when:

• we're semi/nonverbal

• when we need AACs

• when we're having a meltdown

• when we're having a shutdown

• when we need help with hygiene

• we are overstimulated

• we are underestimated

• we are unmasking

• we act "more autistic"

• we stim a lot

• we have intense stims

• we have a tone issues

• we have low/fluctuating empathy

• we vocal/verbal stim

• we stim loudly

• we don't understand something

• we have a hard time relating

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thetisming · 5 months

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call me Chernobyl in the way that i have meltdowns and people dont like me

#even though it's so cool #chernobyl #meltdowns #autism

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autism-polls · 24 days

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#actually autistic #actually disabled #autism #autism acceptance #autism acceptance month #autism awareness #autism awareness month #autism poll #autism spectrum disorder #autistic #autism positivity #meltdowns #poll #tumblr polls #meltdown #self regulation #regulation

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my-autism-adhd-blog · 5 months

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Autistic Meltdowns: a Guide

I CAN Network Ltd

#autism #actually autistic #meltdowns #meltdowns explained #signs of meltdowns #what to do and not to do #feel free to share and reblog #I CAN Network Ltd (Facebook)#neurodivergence #neurodiversity #actually neurodivergent

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zebulontheplanet · 2 months

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hi !! hope you're having a good day :D as with any ask, no pressure to answer this if you don't feel comfortable to. recently, i realised that my meltdowns skew more on the aggressive side of things (eg. hurting myself (mainly) or others during a meltdown) and i obviously dont want to hurt people do you have any advice/resources on how to avoid that ? thank you !!

Hey there! My meltdowns also tend to be on the violent side. Best thing I’ve done is self isolate if I can during meltdowns to reduce the chances of me hurting people. Also, letting people around you know about your meltdowns and how they can be violent really helps so they know beforehand!

I can’t exactly tell you how to stop a meltdown, because not even I am sure and usually can’t stop a meltdown, but it does help me when I try to ground myself with fidget toys, breathing techniques, etc etc. sometimes that helps to keep me calm enough to where my meltdowns aren’t AS violent. This might not work for everyone though, and meltdowns can be unpredictable.

I don’t have any resources as a lot of resources aren’t geared towards violent meltdowns or are geared towards parents/caregivers.

Just be kind to yourself, realize it’s not your fault, apologize if you hurt people, and try your best. You got this! Maybe also talk with a therapist if you can. I know my behavioral therapist and even my talk therapist helped a lot with my meltdowns. Also medication can help with meltdowns as well if you’re REALLY concerned. If this isn’t possible for you then I totally understand!

Have a lovely day and I hope this helps even a bit.

#zebrambles #autism #actually autism #actually autistic #meltdowns #violent meltdowns

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madasrabbits · 2 years

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you construct intricate rituals to allow you to touch the skin of your rhythm guitarist

#he might be gay #kc.txt #meltdowns #tourblogging

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