What is a meltdown? Why do autistic people have meltdowns? What are the most common causes of meltdowns? How can I help my child have less meltdowns? What is sensory overload? Answers to all of these questions and more in the episode of Ask an Autistic!

More information on the topic of meltdowns:
http://www.thinkingautismguide.com/20...
http://www.autismems.net/57801/82012....
http://lifehiswayblog.wordpress.com/2...
http://www.snagglebox.com/article/mel...
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Videos simulating sensory overload:
http://vimeo.com/52193530
   • Autism: Sensory Overload Simulation  
   • What it's like to walk down a street ...  
   • Carly's Café  Experience Autism Thro...  

Sensoryfriendly clothing:
http://www.smartknitkids.com/
http://www.softclothing.net/
http://www.kozieclothes.com/
http://worldssoftest.com/
http://www.nonetz.com/
http://sensorysmarts.com/Digestclothi...


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