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Sleep Issues and Solutions

Most people with autism struggle with sleep. Some common difficulties are:

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  • Over active mind

  • Feeling 'fidgety' or restless

  • Noise (too much, too little or the wrong type of noise)

  • Too hot/cold

  • Sensory issues with textures from bedding/clothes etc.

We have come up with some solutions to help with this:

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  • Wind-down time or routine

  • Audio books/white noise machine/silence (earbuds)

  • Soft bed safe fidget toys

  • Comfort/familiar item

  • Weighted blanket

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