Recursos en Español
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Recognizing and Managing Anxiety
Anxiety is a normal part of life that keeps us safe and alerts us to danger. Having some anxiety is normal, but too much anxiety can be bad, especially when it becomes overwhelming or interferes with day-to-day living. These information sheets provide suggestions and tips to help people recognize and manage anxiety.
Read moreRelaxation Technique Social Stories
This collection of social stories developed by ASERT provides instructions and visuals on how to use relaxation techniques such as progressive muscle relaxation, guided imagery, deep breathing, and grounding.
Read moreResilience Skills Overview
This resource explains the resilience skills of Tracking, Resourcing, Gesturing, Grounding, Shift and Stay, and Help Now.
Read moreResilient Zone: Social Story
This resource visually explains the concept of the Resilient Zone and managing emotions.
Read moreResources for a Newly Diagnosed Individual
This collection of resources is designed to help families who have a family member who was recently diagnosed with autism.
Read moreResourcing: Social Story
This social story explains the concept of Resourcing to use people, places, things, and ideas to feel better.
Read moreRespite Care
This information sheet provides families information about what respite care is, important questions to ask potential respite care providers, and how to go about finding respite care.
Read moreRespite Care in Philadelphia
A grant of up to $300 per eligible child can be used by the parent/guardian to select their own Respite Provider. Families may use up to 3 grants per eligible child.
Read moreResponding To Suicidal Statements
This information sheet was developed by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative and provides warning signs and tips to help individuals respond to suicidal statements.
Read moreRisk Identification and Reporting
Individuals with autism, like other individuals with disabilities, may be considered a “vulnerable” population. Identifying when someone you support is engaging in behavior that puts him or her at risk is critical to your support role.
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