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AANE November 2024 Newsletter
Emotional Regulation
Everyone has stressful times when maintaining emotional balance and calm becomes challenging. Autistic individuals can experience overwhelm from a variety of stressors like sensory overload, disrupted routines, and exhaustion from masking–consciously or subconsciously hiding Autistic traits. This month, we are sharing personal stories and important information about how to think about, manage, and support emotional regulation.
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What I Wish People Knew About Emotional Regulation
Many people make inaccurate assumptions when they see an Autistic person showing strong emotions. Executive Director Brenda Dater takes a look at the root of dysregulated emotions and shares what she and her Autistic daughter have learned about navigating emotional regulation.
Read how one Autistic individual gained deeper insights into her own emotions when she focused on understanding her unique emotional processing rather than forcing herself to use a neurotypical lens. And be sure to check out more Autistic perspectives on emotional regulation.
Supporting Emotional Regulation in Autistic Adults
Emotional overwhelm can cause significant pain for the Autistic individual and those around them. Read practical advice for parents and families wondering how best to support their loved one.
Read more about emotional regulation, including guidance for families with Autistic children and teens, and information for educators. And be sure to check out our many other articles discussing emotional regulation as it relates to the sensory system, trauma, Autistic burnout, and more.
Individualized life coaching program for Autistic older teens & adults
With tailored techniques and personalized guidance, LifeMAP coaches can help clients learn to identify triggers, manage stress, and implement strategies to navigate overwhelming feelings. Learn more about LifeMAP.
LifeNet
Team-based support to help Massachusetts Autistic adults optimize independence
With a robust support network to lean on, adults can develop effective coping skills, identify and adapt to triggering environments, and be more prepared to meet life’s pressures. Learn more about LifeNet.
Neurodiverse Couples Institute
Resources for couples and couples therapists/coaches
