Breadcrumb Home - Understanding autism Health and wellbeing Physical and mental wellbeing Physical and mental wellbeing It’s really important to look after your own physical and mental health and that of your loved ones. Here, we’ve pulled together information to support positive wellbeing for all the family. What is autistic burnout? Everything you need to know to navigate autistic burnout, as explained by autistic young people. Read more Making decisions for your autistic young person See how to decide if someone can make their own decisions, and what to do if they can’t. Read more Preparing for a hospital trip Support for young people and parents who may need to attend hospital. Read more Supporting your child through distressed behaviour Advice for parents on managing behaviour of distress at home. Read more How to support positive mental wellbeing Ways to support positive mental wellbeing in autistic children and young people. Read more How to self-regulate in difficult times How to check in with yourself and regulate difficult emotions. Read more Breathing exercises for autistic children and young people Short and long breathing exercises to relieve stress and anxiety in autistic young people. Read more Healthy family relationships How healthy relationships are grounded in good communication. Read more How mindfulness can support you and your family An introduction to mindfulness and its benefits for autistic young people and their families. Read more A parent’s guide to positive mental wellbeing How parents and carers can support positive mental wellbeing Read more
