Many autistic people rely on routine for a sense of safety and consistency and for some, public holidays can be a source of anxiety rather than relaxation. Whether the change in your usual routine is down to school closures, summer holidays, travel, or any other kind of public holiday, changes to your usual routine might need some additional consideration if you are autistic.
In this video, Clinician Leanne Cooper-Brown shares advice for managing autistic wellbeing when the holidays disrupt your schedule and you can't rely on your normal routine for yourself, or for your child if you are a parent.
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If you would like more information on autism support, you can find additional resources below:
- Support for families of autistic children
- How to explain autism to your family and friends
- Getting the right support after an autism diagnosis
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