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Shutdowns: A Specific Type of Meltdown

"Are shutdowns actually avoidance behavior, in other words, the child is simply trying to get out of doing something uncomfortable? And how is it different than a meltdown? I'm not sure exactly where to draw the line between intentional and involuntary acts with my 10 y.o. (high-functioning)." 

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Tips for Parents of Teens on the Autism Spectrum: Risky Behaviors & Safety

Adolescence is a time of stretching boundaries, testing independence, and seeking identity. For autistic teenagers, these years can carry ad...