Autism Home Learning

clipart.email So, the Easter break is almost over and we enter another 3 week lock-down. At this stage we are all feeling a little de-motivated, so this post reflects on how we might motivate ourselves to keep going with autism home learning. I confess... I am feeling demotivated today! I am guessing lots of parents and carers may be feeling the same way and perhaps feeling rather daunted at the prospects of more home learning. These feelings are normal given the situation we are in, however knowing that doesn't help us to get motivated! So, why might we be feeling this way and how can we re-energise and motivate ourselves for the task ahead? Feeling over-whelmed by the task: Let's be honest, most of us have not chosen to start autism home learning! The prospects of three more weeks (and possibly longer) of encouraging and cajoling children and young people to learn at home is daunting. Moreover, we are feeling anxious about the bigger picture and if you are like me...

We are most likely all feeling anxious  during this unsettling time. Feeling anxious in a situation like the one we currently find ourselves in is normal. Many of us will have ways we have learned that help us to manage our anxiety and ways to self-soothe or to stay calm. For autistic children and young people, anxious feelings occur frequently, anxiety is often heightened and associated feelings can be very intense.  This post includes strategies, re sources and apps which may help you to find ways for your son or daughter to manage their anxiety. There are many reasons for increased anxiety in our children and young people. Whilst each person is unique, there are some common reasons which are likely to cause anxiety at this time. This short article gives some reasons for high anxiety in autistic people:  5 reasons for anxiety  We are all experiencing anxiety at this time, but anxiety levels may be elevated for your son or daughter. Imagine we all carry a b...