Meltdowns. Meltdowns happen when a person with autism becomes overwhelmed. They can look like temper tantrums but they’re not the same. They’re about sensory overload, not an attempt to get ...

As a parent, dealing with temper tantrums is common, but have you encountered a child having a meltdown? Meltdowns are typically experienced by autistic individuals.

A meltdown can result in screaming ... There is an invisible battle that Sarah faces as a parent and a person with autism that the outside world rarely sees or hears about.

including things to avoid doing and what to do if your child has a meltdown. You can find more information here. Read More: NHS list of autism signs in children and how parents can seek a ...