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My Friend Autism

Autistic Burnout - Strategies to Thrive Again

Oct 27, 2023
Orion Kelly, Autistic advocate, explores Autistic Burnout. Topics include: understanding and preventing burnout, the impact of masking, causes of burnout, balancing responsibilities and expectations, executive function challenges, clinical depression vs burnout, and strategies to avoid burnout.
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  • Strategies to avoid autistic burnout include practicing self-care, establishing and maintaining a consistent routine, and communicating your needs and boundaries clearly with others.
  • If experiencing autistic burnout, strategies to navigate out of it include allowing yourself breaks and rest, gradually reintroducing activities and responsibilities, and engaging in mindfulness and relaxation techniques.

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Strategies to Avoid Autistic Burnout

Some strategies to avoid autistic burnout include practicing self-care regularly, establishing and maintaining a consistent routine, communicating your needs and boundaries clearly with others, taking regular breaks throughout the day, building a strong support network, using sensory-friendly modifications, and seeking professional support when necessary.

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