Autism Resources for Daylife
The ‘Autism Tax’: The Hidden Financial and Emotional Costs of Neurodivergence You’ve Never Heard Of Published on August 12, 2025 by Your Name | Category: Financial Guide, Life on the Spectrum What if I...
TL;DR: Build a simple, safe, sensory‑friendly retreat at home using soft lighting, textures, gentle sounds, and one calming “escape” spot. Start small (under $100): fairy lights, DIY sensory bottles, a floor cushion, a blackout...
Home › Autism Education › Understanding Aspies Guide What You’ll Learn in This Guide Discover everything about Aspies (people with Asperger’s Syndrome) – from relationships and characteristics to diagnosis and support strategies. This evidence-based...
TLDR Section – Feelings Explorer 📱 TL;DR: Feelings Explorer for Autistic Children 3 Interactive Activities 3-8 Target Age Range 100% Free to Use 🎵 Audio Support 🎯 What is the Feelings Explorer? The Feelings...
TL;DR Essential Sensory Tools for Autistic Students Quick Answer: The top 10 sensory-friendly back-to-school essentials for autistic children are noise-canceling headphones ($30-90), fidget toys ($13-25), weighted lap pads ($20-40), chewable jewelry ($9-20), wobble cushions...
TL;DR Quick answer: Adults can use sensory tools—weighted pressure, tactile fidgets, calming sound or light filters—to reduce anxiety, boost focus, and self-regulate. Weighted blanket (~10 % body-weight) for deep-pressure input. Silent fidget cube or...
Autism in girls is often overlooked or diagnosed later, as their symptoms differ from boys. Understanding the unique signs, early detection, and tailored support are crucial. By educating parents, educators, and healthcare providers, we can create an inclusive environment where girls with autism thrive both academically and socially.
TL;DR: Autistic masking is a survival strategy where autistic individuals hide traits to appear neurotypical. It’s linked to exhaustion and burnout. Supporting authentic expression, offering emotional regulation strategies, and understanding masking are key to...
Understanding early signs of autism and how to support communication It used to break my heart. At the playground, I’d call out my son’s name—again and again—and get nothing. Other kids turned to their...
The Camouflaging Autistic Traits Questionnaire (CAT-Q) is a novel tool developed to assess how individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) mask their autistic traits to adapt socially. The tool, consisting of 25 items scored on a 7-point scale, identifies tactics such as masking behaviors and compensatory strategies. Significant camouflaging correlates with mental health challenges and can hinder timely diagnosis and support. The CAT-Q aids in clinical evaluations, potentially improving autism screening accuracy, adjusting support services, and facilitating research on camouflaging behaviors.
