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Is Asterixis the Cause of Autism Stimming?

Asterixis which results with autistic children flapping their arms like wings, is a sure sign of stimulation overload. If this stimming behavior is not pacified, the autistic child may experience a meltdown.

How do you calm down an autistic child who is stimming?

1) Soothe the child with gentle, compassionate words.

2) Bathe the child in mildly warm water in a 30-minute bath.

3) Or turn the child's attention to a favorite cartoon show on the TV.

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