Silent Death: Why Autism Increases Risk of Accidental Drowning
Autistics face an increased risk of accidental drowning, which is often referred to as a silent death. Learn more about ways to keep everyone safe in the water.
My Autism Mind Blog Posts
6 Ways to Tackle Autism Fireworks Anxiety and Sensory Overload
Sensory overload from fireworks can be a potential challenge for individuals with autism. But there are strategies to help mitigate anxiety and fear.
The Truth About What Persistence Means in Autism
Persistence is a common attribute of autistics. Having a fierce determination to overcome obstacles is often what allows for independence and fulfillment.
How to Beat the Heat and Summer SAD Disorder
Did you know that Summer SAD Disorder can trigger seasonal depression due to intense heat and long days of sunlight, just like the wintertime blues? Learn more.
Autism and Organization: The Secret to Finding Calm in the Chaos
Nobody likes clutter. But autism and organization, or lack of, is a common challenge. Here’s how to find calm in the chaos.
Autism and Poor Hygiene: The Smelly Truth to Overcome
Autism and poor personal hygiene is a common issue, and is often due to sensory issues. But poor hygiene is a smelly challenge that must be tackled.
New Research Reveals Autism Mental Health Linked to These Disorders
As if navigating life with autism isn’t enough of a challenge, the disorder can come with additional autism mental health issues that can present themselves as well.
Conquering Low Self-Esteem: How to Overcome Adversity, Self-Criticism
Suffering from low self-esteem can be a challenge for everyone, regardless if you’re autistic, neurodivergent, or neurotypical. Here’s how to get over it.
8 Stress Busters: Conquer Autism and Stress With Proven Strategies
These 8 proven stress busters can help autistic individuals self-soothe when feeling overwhelmed by the world around them. They are worth a try!
Extreme Weather and Its Alarming Impact on Autism Emotions
Extreme weather is shown to adversely affect autism emotions and sensory sensitivities. How can we protect the most vulnerable?
‘Been There Dump That’ Emotional Hurt Mentality Can Be Overcome
Everyone has had that “been there dump that” fear of rejection emotion at some time in their life, regardless of their age, gender, or ability. Here’s how to get past it.
Proprioception: The Correlation Between Poor Motor Skills and Autism
If you are clumsy or struggle with buttons or zippers, and happen to have autism, did you know there there could be a correlation? What is it and why?