Dreamweavers Unlimited, Inc

02/26/2026

Real conversations. Real progress.

From advocacy meetings to our upcoming Summit and Profound Autism Day, there are meaningful ways to be involved.

Join the conversation in whatever way you can.

See what’s ahead:

http://eepurl.com/jAibpg

02/26/2026

We always consider possible physical discomfort when aggressive behaviors happen. We also consider it afterward if self injury is also involved. Pain reliever may make all the difference!

😠Aggression in autism isn't just behavioral—it can have underlying medical causes! 🚨 Many individuals with autism experience pain or discomfort they may struggle to express, leading to meltdowns or aggression.

Some possible medical triggers include:
🔹 GI issues (constipation, reflux, gut pain)💩
🔹 Seizures ⚡
🔹 PANDAS/PANS (immune system dysfunction)🧠
🔹 Allergies & food intolerances 🍞🥜
🔹 Pain & headaches 🤕

Instead of seeing aggression as a "behavior problem," we must presume competence and look for root causes! 🩺 Every person with autism deserves to have their pain recognized and treated.

Read more here 👉 https://tacanow.org/family-resources/medical-causes-of-aggression-in-autism/

02/11/2026

via Inspirivity

02/10/2026

Great explanation of using the “traffic light” to explain emotional regulation of those with profound autism (and even those that are not labeled profound).

02/05/2026

"Changes in Aggressive Behaviors in Adults with Autism"
Wednesday, February 11th
6:30pm - 7:30pm

The Lurie Center for Autism invites you to join Nicole Simon, EdM, LABA, BCBA, and Susanna Mierau, MD, PhD, for a virtual presentation on understanding and addressing changes in aggressive behaviors in adults with autism. The presentation will include collaborative approaches to identify the source or sources of changes in behavior (e.g., new medical problems) to reduce the risk of harm to self or others.

Register online: https://conta.cc/49SuEFH