“ Emotional dysregulation in autistic children often builds quietly over time —long before it becomes obvious. It feels like it comes out of nowhere. One minute my child is fine, and the next they’re melting down.” If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many parents describe meltdowns as sudden and unpredictable. In reality, emotional dysregulation in autistic children often builds quietly over time —long before it becomes obvious. Meltdowns are usually the result of stre

Visual supports may seem simple, but for many autistic children, they offer structure when emotions feel overwhelming. For many autistic children, visual supports help with emotional regulation in autism  because they make emotions, body signals, and coping strategies more concrete, predictable, and easier to understand. When feelings are big, language often isn’t enough. Visuals give children something steady to return to. Grab your free taking turns social story here. In th

Time to Read: 7–8 minutes When an autistic child gets mad , it can feel like it comes out of nowhere—over the wrong cup, a change in plans, or something you didn’t even notice. Big reactions to small moments can leave parents, teachers, and therapists feeling unsure of what to do next. This isn’t about “bad behavior.” It’s about a nervous system that’s overwhelmed and a child who doesn’t yet have the tools to explain what their body is telling them. In my last post, I shared