How can friends and family reduce autistic burnout?
01/03/2023
The Centre has shared information over the last few days on what autistic burnout is and what can cause it.
Autistic burnout
28/02/2023
Last week the Centre shared a resource from NAS on Autistic Fatigue, sometimes referred to as burnout.
Anxiety Based School Avoidance
21/02/2023
The Centre is again sharing this excellent resource from Strive NI.
Autistic fatigue- a guide for autistic adults
17/02/2023
There is increasing recognition of autistic burnout, caused by a number of factors including persistent dysregulation and anxiety, masking, frequent sensory overload and constant s...
Calm breathing exercises
15/02/2023
Calm breathing is a powerful emotional regulation tool for some people.
Coping with anxiety
13/02/2023
Emotional wellbeing depends on individual preferences: what is calming for one person, may not be calming for another.
Individualised 5 point scales
08/02/2023
The 5-point scale, developed by Kari Dunn Buron, is a popular resource for supporting the understanding and communication of emotions.
After school restraint collapse
06/02/2023
Returning home after school is often a period of acute dysregulation.
Body map
01/02/2023
This month the Centre’s social media pages will focus on the topic of emotional regulation.
A winter sensory walk
27/12/2022
If your family is feeling the need for some fresh air and exercise, these checklists will provide structure and motivation for a winter walk.
Research Bulletin 39: Lego and Pets
30/11/2022
The Centre is delighted to launch its latest Research Bulletin, this time on the topic of Lego and Pets.
Pet Podcast
28/11/2022
Pet owners gain a huge amount of joy from their pets.
Communicating emotions
24/10/2022
Communicating emotions can be complex for many autistic children and young people.
Mental Health Awareness Day
11/10/2022
Following on from #MentalHealthAwarenessDay we’ve gathered together some resources that you can use to support and strengthen the mental health of the young autistic people in your...
Ideas for reducing anxiety
30/09/2022
When a child or young person is in a heightened state of anxiety, it can be difficult to recall strategies and activities which may help to reduce anxiety.
Anxiety based school avoidance
27/09/2022
School can create many anxieties for autistic students, due to sensory overload, social demands and academic expectations.
After school restraint collapse
09/09/2022
As children and young people return home from school each day your child may be showing significant anxiety and distress.
Grounding activity
08/09/2022
This grounding activity is helpful for children and young people who may be overwhelmed as they adjust to the return to school.