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4 Conversation techniques to add to your social script
Posted: 12 months ago
Many autistic people create for themselves a 'social script' to help them know how to interact in social situations. A social script is a guide for planning what to do and say inside a social setting.
The Girl With The Curly Hair uses a social script whenever she meets up with her friends. Specifically, she uses 4 conversation techniques:
Understanding sensory discomfort in autistic people
Posted: September 17, 2023
Autistic people can have over-sensitive senses. This can cause them to feel distressed by ‘ordinary’ sensations. If you are an autistic person who has over-sensitivity, or if you know an autistic person who has over-sensitivity, it can be useful to understand the following factors: Peace and quiet is very important Most autistic people really need… Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article and our podcasts are available only to members of ou…
10 Things to consider when doing something for the first time
Posted: August 27, 2023
Although trying a new experience can be exciting and worthwhile, it can also make lots of people feel very nervous! Doing something for the first time can be difficult for everyone, including autistic people. Autistic people often enjoy familiarity and routine, so doing something new can be particularly hard for them. Here are 10 things… Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article and our podcasts are available only to members of our community. If you would li…
“What are you doing at break time?”
Posted: August 6, 2023
Ambiguity can be a problem for autistic people. The following scenario may give you an insight into an autistic person’s thoughts whenever a question that they find ambiguous is asked: “What are you doing at break time?” These are the words that cause the look of sheer panic on The Girl With The Curly Hair’s… Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article and our podcasts are available only to members of our community. If you would like to c…
How a special interest can affect your life both positively and negatively
Posted: July 17, 2023
Many autistic people have intense and highly focused interests. These interests are often known as ‘special interests’. They can change over time or be lifelong. Special interests can have advantages and disadvantages. Regardless of whether you are autistic yourself or whether you are connected to someone with autism, it’s important to be aware of what… Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article and our podcasts are available only to…
7 Suggestions for how to improve your physical health
Posted: June 25, 2023
Autistic people can have particular difficulties when trying to achieve good physical health. Here are some of the barriers they may encounter and suggestions on how to overcome them: 1. A healthy diet Autistic people can find it difficult to have a healthy diet. One reason for this may be their hyper-sensitivity to the taste,… Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article and our podcasts are available only to members of our community. If you would like to contin…
6 Reasons autistic people struggle with verbal interaction
Posted: June 2, 2023
Many autistic people struggle with having a verbal interaction. Here are 6 reasons why this might be: Reason 1: Background noise and distractions Autistic people often find it difficult to filter sounds. This means that any background noise will become merged with what they are trying to hear and therefore make understanding speech harder for… Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article and our podcasts are available only to members of our community. If you w…
Educational Card Sets for Primary and Secondary Schools
Posted: May 24, 2023
Do you work in a primary or secondary school? We’ve just launched some Educational Card Sets! Use these cards to give children as well as staff an understanding of autism. Find out more by clicking the links below: Educational Card Set (Primary School) Educational Card Set (Secondary School)…
New The Girl With The Curly Hair keyring
Posted: May 22, 2023
Support The Curly Hair Project by owning this cool keyring. The pendant is detachable so you could also use it as a charm on a neck chain. This is a Recycled Plastic Trolley Coin. Available Here…
5 Ways to prepare yourself for any situation
Posted: May 16, 2023
One of the most stressful types of situation for me is a situation that I have not expected. This is because when a situation is unexpected, there is no time for me to prepare myself. One of the reasons why autistic people like a situation to be planned is because it gives them the chance… Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article and our podcasts are available only to members of our community. If you would like to continue to read this article, along with receiving a… Are autistic people physically and mentally invisible?
Posted: April 27, 2023
Some autistic people (especially introverts) feel as though they are invisible. They might feel physically invisible or that their thoughts and feelings are invisible…. Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article and our podcasts are available only to members of our community. If you would like to continue to read this article, along with receiving access to our exclusive animations, podcasts and special offers – please click the Subscribe today bu…