Autism: Managing Meltdowns

One of the most misunderstood autistic behaviors is the meltdown. Every parent finds themselves dealing with a temper tantrum at sometime, but tantrums involving children and youth with autism are typically more frequent and severe. These tantrums are often referred to as meltdowns. Parents and caregivers of children with autism know that dealing with meltdowns is a part of their daily lives. This book is designed to help parents and adults who live and work with children with autism know how to manage meltdowns. Managing meltdowns isn’t easy, but it is possible.