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Autistic Meltdowns Explained

My Friend Autism

CHAPTER

What to Do When an Autistic Person Is Having a Meltdown

Autistic meltdowns and shutdowns can be so different, yet so similar. Meltdowns are more of an outward manifestation; shutdowns are a shut down from the world. What should you do? What shouldn't you do? Let's talk about what not to do when the autistic person in your life is having a meltdown.

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