An autistic meltdown is an intense reaction to sensory or emotional overload in autistic people. When an autistic person becomes overstimulated or unable to cope with their environment, they may ...

Thanksgiving is often seen as a warm, joyful holiday filled with family, food, and celebration. However, for many autistic children, Thanksgiving can feel overwhelming. The combination of louder ...

Too much sensory input can overstimulate your brain and cause emotional distress or shutdown. Sensory overload can happen with anxiety disorders, autism, and ADHD, but anyone can experience it. Taking ...

Both sensory overload and over excitement are problems kids with autism may face during the July Fourth weekend. Autism experts talk through strategies for how families can plan the July Fourth ...

Sensory overload occurs when the brain becomes overwhelmed by the volume or nature of the sensory inputs it receives. Sensory inputs can be any stimuli that enter through one of the sensory modalities ...

I have been going through a chain of autistic meltdowns recently. I have attempted to take time off work and to rest, but my life is an unending labyrinth of stress and responsibility that I cannot ...

The Dayton Autism Society provides free monthly outings, activities and support for individuals with autism and their families in a sensory-friendly environment. Supported by the Brighter Tomorrow ...

Sesame Place San Diego was designed with autistic guests in mind, but they aren't the only ones who benefit from its accommodations. Every attraction is graded so guests know what types of sensory ...