Self-Stimulatory Behaviors and Sensory Overload
The Sensory Aspect The general conceptual idea is that kiddos with autism have difficulty filtering and processing stimuli in
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self-stimulatory behavior
“Joining” and “Pairing” to Redirect Self-Stimulatory Behaviors – Dr. C’s Morning Minute 163
It can be a slow process, but having your child adapt to being around other children, observe them in an
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Joining With Your Child to Avert Self Stimulatory Behaviors Dr C’s Morning Minute 162
When your child’s self-stimulatory behavior keeps them from appropriate play and social interactions, try to “join” them in an activity,
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Self-Stimulatory Behavior: Are These Behaviors Defense Mechanisms? – Dr. C’s Morning Minute 161
Even with non-verbal children, parents can make an educated assessment about their child’s self-stimulatory behaviors. Depending on the behavior and
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Self-Stimulatory Behavior: Medical Contributors – Dr. C’s Morning Minute 160
There could be a connection between your child’s self-stimulatory behaviors and physical discomfort from headaches or constipation. Keeping track of
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Self-Stimulatory Behavior: Sensory Overload – Dr. C’s Morning Minute 159
Children on the autism spectrum might exhibit self-stimulatory behaviors as a negative reaction to sensory overload, or, they might
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Managing Self-Stimulatory Behavior: Part 4 – Dr. C’s Morning Minute 157
A counseling approach often works well for children on the upper end of the Autism spectrum who have obsessive thoughts
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Causes of Self-Stimulatory Behavior: Dr. C’s Morning Minute 155
Kids who exhibit self-stimulatory behaviors are making themselves feel good, but the cause of the behavior could be excitement or
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