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What causes irritability in autism?
Your child may not be able to properly communicate what they are feeling or thinking. This can lead to frustration and irritability, which in turn can lead to aggression or self-harming behavior.
How do you deal with an autistic temper tantrum?
What to do during a very loud, very public meltdown
- Be empathetic. Empathy means listening and acknowledging their struggle without judgment.
- Make them feel safe and loved.
- Eliminate punishments.
- Focus on your child, not staring bystanders.
- Break out your sensory toolkit.
- Teach them coping strategies once they’re calm.
How to deal with an Aspergers partner with a neurotypical partner?
Down time is crucial for many people with Aspergers. The Neurotypical partner may feel ignored or neglected if their partner is spending a long period of time alone, but it’s wise to realize this apparent isolation from contact with the NT isn’t personal in the least.
What is it like to date someone with Asperger’s?
People with Asperger’s have very weak sensitivity to other people’s thoughts and feelings. But we often offset that with exceptionally strong logical brains. Therefore, we are wise to seek a mate with exceptional emotional sensitivity and less logical brainpower.
Can a neurotypical read Asperger’s body language?
The Neurotypical may feel stumped when trying to read her Asperger partner’s body language and facial expressions. She will automatically rely on her intuitive knowledge of non-verbal cues to read him; but will very often misinterpret her partner’s expressions.
What are the characteristics of a person with Asperger syndrome?
10 Characteristics of a Person with Asperger’s Syndrome. 1 Intellectual or Artistic Interest. Many of the diagnosed Aspergians will have at least one particular field of intellectual or artistic interest and 2 Speech Differences. 3 Delayed Motor Development. 4 Poor Social Skills. 5 The Development of Harmful Psychological Problems.