In this episode of Divergent Voices, Purple Ella speaks to blogger Emily Katy and Neurodevelopmental Specialist Hannah Hayward about autistic overload and meltdowns. They discuss the difference between meltdowns and shutdowns, how to recognize the signs, how to support yourself, and what loved ones can do to help support you too.

This video was created by Clinical Partners for the NHS. The series is part of autism unlocked a dedicated space for autistic people and their families to receive expert advice and guidance on a range of issues.

In this video:
00:40 Different ways overload can present
05:34 Identifying the rumble stage
07:34 Behaviour as communication
10:18 Common overload triggers
14:00 Tips for adjusting your life to prevent overload
15:43 Practical strategies to regulate and communicate what you need
19:00 Managing overload experiences
21:23 Postoverload selfcare
26:53 Selfcare checklist
27:54 Guidance on supporting an autistic individual experiencing overload

About Purple Ella:
Ella is a YouTube Content Creator and advocate. You can find their channel here:    / purpleella  

About EmilyKaty:
EmilyKaty is Blogger at Authentically Emily https://www.authenticallyemily.uk/

About Hannah Hayward:
Hannah Hayward is a Neurodevelopmental Specialist with Clinical Partners https://www.clinicalpartners.co.uk/'>https://www.clinicalpartners.co.uk/

Visit the autism unlocked website:
https://lsc.autismunlocked.co.uk/

Find out more about Clinical Partners:
https://www.clinicalpartners.co.uk/'>https://www.clinicalpartners.co.uk/