Autonomy refers to the ability to make decisions independently and act on them without undue external influence. Autistic individuals are keenly aware of their own needs, strengths and preferences. They tend to make choices that reflect their individual values and interests, prioritizing being true to themselves over conformity to societal expectations and norms. Autonomy is one of three basic psychological…
This is a guest post by author Kelly Mahler, reprinted with her permission. What is alexithymia? We know alexithymia is a term that’s used to describe when someone has difficulty identifying their feelings–or more specifically identifying and describing their emotions. Researchers have found that one in 10 people can experience this alexithymia and these rates are even higher in people that…
Emotional regulation can be defined as the ability to separate your emotional responses to a problem from the thinking you must perform to resolve the problem. The 5-point scale is a visual system that can help to organize a person’s thinking when working through difficult moments, particularly those that require social understanding.