Halloween is a fun and exciting time for many families, but for children with autism, wearing a Halloween costume can sometimes be challenging: They may be tight, itchy, heavy, noisy, restrictive, or made from unfamiliar materials. Masks can feel uncomfortable around the face, and hats, wigs, makeup, or accessories may introduce new sensory experiences. For some children, simply getting into
Halloween can be an exciting time for young children, but for children with autism, some traditional Halloween activities can also feel overwhelming. New sights, loud sounds, unfamiliar costumes, changes in routine, crowds, and unexpected experiences can make Halloween more challenging. The good news is that Halloween does not have to be overwhelming to be fun. With a little preparation and
Something as familiar as brushing your teeth can involve unfamiliar sensations, changes in routine, sounds, textures, or feelings that make the activity difficult to accept, and for some children with autism it can feel overwhelming. For one ABLE client, whom we will call Aidan to protect his privacy, toothbrushing had become a significant challenge. What started as resistance to brushing
