Salisbury Support 4 Autism

26/09/2025

Transitions, big or small, can be hard. Whether it’s starting a new course, changing jobs, or adjusting routines, many autistic adults find change particularly challenging. The National Autistic Society highlights that change is a key area where support really matters.

Here are a few tips:

- Break the change into small, manageable steps
- Tell what will change and when — clarity helps
- Keep some familiar routines to ground you
- Let the person have input in how the transition happens

These measures can help reduce anxiety and make transitions smoother.

🔗 Read more:

https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/transitions

Moving between different stages of life, such as school, college and work, is especially hard if you find change difficult, as many autistic people do. This section provides advice about strategies and support that can help.

25/09/2025

Everyday tasks like brushing your teeth or getting dressed might feel routine, but for some autistic adults, they can be overwhelming.

Strong smells, scratchy fabrics, or too many steps in a row can turn a simple routine into a stressful experience.

The National Autistic Society suggests:

✔ Trying unscented soap or gentle fabrics
✔ Breaking routines into smaller steps
✔ Using reminders or structured prompts

Everyone’s sensory needs are different. Small adjustments can make a big difference.

🔗 Read more:
https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/physical-health/keeping-healthy

In these guides, we look at self-care skills for autistic people.

24/09/2025

Many autistic adults experience difficulty with sleep, it might take longer to fall asleep, or they may be interrupted by noise, light, or sensory discomfort.

The National Autistic Society recommends:

🛏️ Using blackout curtains
📵 Minimising evening screen time
🧘 Creating a calm, predictable routine
📓 Noticing patterns with a sleep diary

Small changes can lead to better rest and better days.

🔗 Learn more:

Here we look at why autistic people may have difficulty sleeping and some strategies that can be used to improve sleep.

19/09/2025

Did you know everyday tasks like washing or brushing your teeth can feel overwhelming for some autistic adults?

Things like the sound of running water, strong smells, or the texture of fabrics can be too much.

The National Autistic Society suggests:

✔ Using unscented products
✔ Trying soft or familiar fabrics
✔ Breaking tasks into smaller steps
✔ Using gentle prompts or routines

📖 Read more: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/physical-health/keeping-healthy

In these guides, we look at self-care skills for autistic people.

18/09/2025

Sleep can be difficult for many autistic adults.
Things like light sensitivity, background noise, or difficulty winding down can all play a part.

The National Autistic Society suggests tips like:

• Using blackout curtains
• Reducing screen time in the evening
• Creating a consistent bedtime routine
• Noting patterns in a sleep diary

Small changes can lead to better rest.

https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/physical-health/sleep/autistic-adults

Here we look at why autistic people may have difficulty sleeping and some strategies that can be used to improve sleep.

17/09/2025

Autistic burnout is more than tiredness, it's a deeper fatigue from constant effort, effort to appear “normal,” managing sensory overload, and social expectations. The National Autistic Society advises things like reducing demands, taking breaks, letting down the mask, and planning rest.

https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/mental-health/autistic-fatigue/autistic-adults?

💬 If you care for or support someone, what helps when they need to recover or prevent burnout?

This guide looks at how autistic fatigue and burnout can affect autistic adults and what we can do to help.

12/09/2025

Some of the biggest wins don’t make a big fuss.

If you support someone with autism, you’ll know that progress can look like:

✔ Making a new choice
✔ Getting through a noisy day
✔ Taking part in something they usually avoid
✔ Feeling safe enough to say, “I need help”

Every one of those moments matters. And so does the person who helped make it possible.

💬 What’s a small win you’ve seen this week?

11/09/2025

Sensory overload is a daily challenge for many autistic adults.

Bright lights, loud sounds, or even visual clutter can cause distress or fatigue.

💬 What’s one change that would make your workplace or public spaces feel calmer or more accessible?

Tell us in the comments.

10/09/2025

Ever struggled to make a simple decision? Now imagine that feeling happening with every task in your day.

Many autistic adults find organising, planning, or making decisions overwhelming. Not because they don’t want to choose, but because these processes can feel more complex and mentally demanding.

Simple tools like visual schedules, breaking tasks into steps, and keeping routines predictable can make a meaningful difference.

📖 Read more from the National Autistic Society:

https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/behaviour/organising-and-prioritising/all-audiences

Autistic people can find organising, planning and prioritising difficult but there are many tools to help.

05/09/2025

Let’s reframe some common labels:

❌ “Too quiet” → ✅ “A great listener”
❌ “Too intense” → ✅ “Passionate and committed”
❌ “Set in their ways” → ✅ “Finds comfort in structure”

Every trait tells a story, sometimes, we just need to change how we listen to it 💙

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04/09/2025

Fidgeting. Pacing. Rocking.

These aren’t signs someone isn’t paying attention – they’re often autistic regulation strategies.

Autistic adults may move in certain ways to help:

✔ process information
✔ manage anxiety
✔ feel more grounded

Let’s shift the mindset: movement can support focus, not take away from it.

03/09/2025

Ever heard of monotropism?

It’s a way of thinking where a person becomes deeply focused on one thing at a time (often seen in autistic individuals).

This can lead to:

✔ Intense interest and learning
✔ Strong attention to detail
✔ High levels of creativity

The challenge is switching attention, not lack of interest.

📖 Learn more: https://monotropism.org

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