Meltdowns and shutdowns aren’t behavioral problems. They are responses to overwhelming stress and our needs being violated and/or not met. #ActuallyAutistic humans need understanding, not discipline.

In an ideal world my needs would be met, I’m learning to embrace my meltdowns. I can communicate what and why it’s happening, because I understand what is happening in my head. I’m fortunate to have wonderful colleagues who despite experiencing the same work stress, understand its impact on me.

I have PTSD from discipline.