Autism Calming Strategies

Often, when it comes to autism meltdown strategies, we are addressing a sensory overload. So it would make sense to address like-with-like, wouldn’t it? Here are a few sensory calming strategies for autism meltdowns.  Why use sensory calming strategies for autism meltdowns? Autism meltdowns are often the result of a sensory overload. And while we have already discussed our favorite calming strategies for meltdowns, I wanted to specifically address sensory calming strategies. It makes sense when you think about it, you know? Sensory calming for sensory meltdowns. We want to look at the triggers and causes behind these meltdowns, so let’s address that sensory deficit or overload. Different Types of Sensory Calming Strategies Many of the self-calming strategies for autism are already sensory based. Extra touch,…

Learning calming strategies and techniques for autism meltdowns is necessary as a parent and caregiver. It helps us help our children in any given situation. Over time, you will learn and implement many calming strategies. Some may be beneficial for a shorter period of time and others will be used throughout the lifespan. We certainly have our tried and true techniques that have served our family very well. Then there are others that we have tried that just didn’t work. It’s all about being willing to try and to see what will help. As my daughter grew older, we started to incorporate more self calming strategies for autism. Why teach Self Calming Strategies and Self Calming Techniques for Autism? In the past, I’ve shared calming strategies…