In this insightful episode, Dan from The Aspie World explores the fascinating reasons behind repetitive behaviours in autistic individuals — and why they are such an important part of daily life for many people on the spectrum.

Dan breaks down how repetitive behaviours create feelings of safety, structure, and comfort for autistic adults and children. He explains how these behaviours help reduce anxiety by adding predictability to daily life, how they are connected to the brain’s natural dopamine reward system, and why control over one's environment is essential for autistic wellbeing.

Understanding repetitive behaviours is key to supporting autistic individuals with empathy and respect — and this episode shows you exactly why these patterns exist and how they serve a meaningful purpose.

✅ Topics covered:

• Why autistic people engage in repetitive behaviours

• The connection between predictability, security, and autism

• How chasing dopamine influences repetitive patterns

• How to support autistic individuals with healthy routines and structure

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