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tasha1011
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19 Dec 2010, 11:55 am

Many children on the autism spectrum feel a sensory overload resulting in a "meltdown." When this happens, parents often wonder what to do. This article defines over-stimulation and provides suggestions. You can read it at

http://www.suite101.com/content/autism- ... z18Zqi90NI



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21 Dec 2010, 9:54 pm

5/10, and I'm being generous because at least they're not advocating torture. I shouldn't have to give them points for not advocating torture.


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