An autistic meltdown is not a tantrum. It's what happens when the amygdala takes over because the prefrontal cortext - language, logic, choice - is already offline. Shame won't stop a neurologial event, but this will...
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Ep. 14 - Meltdowns and Shutdowns (1 of 2) - Biophysical and Mental Health
Meltdowns aren't tantrums. Shutdowns aren't laziness. Learn what's happening in the brain, the role of shame, and finding the right interventions.