A Compassionate Guide to Supporting Overstimulated Children on the Autism Spectrum is a practical, evidence-based resource thoughtfully designed for parents, carers, educators, and support workers.
This guide provides clear, real-world strategies to help you recognise signs of sensory overload, respond calmly during moments of dysregulation, and create environments where children feel safe, regulated, and understood. Moving beyond theory, it offers practical tools that can be used straight away in everyday situations, helping you build more confident, compassionate support.
Inside, you'll find:
An overview of overstimulation and how it affects autistic children
Common triggers and how to recognise early signs
Step-by-step calming strategies for when overwhelm occurs
Practical tips for creating sensory-friendly environments
A guide to building a personalised sensory toolkit
Everyday sensory activities to promote self-regulation
Preventative strategies to minimise the risk of overload
Real-life scenarios and examples to guide your approach
A printable Overstimulation Tracker to monitor patterns and progress
Reflective practice ideas for carers, teams, and support workers
Links to trusted, free resources for ongoing learning
Whether you're just starting out or looking to deepen your skills in sensory support, this resource equips you with the tools to bring more calm, connection, and confidence into your day.
Created by support professionals with both lived and professional experience, this guide is a must-have for anyone working alongside children on the autism spectrum.
Perfect for:
Parents • Support Workers • Educators • Therapists • Psychosocial Recovery Coaches
A Guide to Supporting Overstimulated Children on the Autism Spectrum
Format:
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Digital Download (PDF)
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16 professionally designed pages
What's Included:
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Full guide covering causes, signs, and strategies for managing sensory overload
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Practical sensory toolkit ideas
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Step-by-step calming strategies
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Everyday sensory activities
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Preventative support strategies
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Real-life scenarios and examples
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Printable Overstimulation Tracker
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Links to additional free resources
Target Audience:
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Parents
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Carers
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Support Workers
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Educators
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Therapists
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Psychosocial Recovery Coaches
Suitable For:
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Home, school, and community environments
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Autism spectrum support
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Sensory needs and regulation planning
Delivery:
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Instant download upon purchase
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No physical item will be shipped
Created By:
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Supporting You Co PTY LTD
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Combining lived and professional experience to bring real-world support tools
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