In this episode, let’s talk about what grief might look like for autistic individuals, how to talk about the death of a loved one and how to support them with the grieving process.

Resources:

Finding your own way to grieve by Karla Helbert - A practical and visual activity workbook for autistic children and young people.

How people with autism grieve and how to help: an insider handbook by Deborah Lipsky

References:

Hume, K., Regan, T., Megronigle, L., & Rhinehalt, C. (2016). Supporting Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder Through Grief and Loss. Teaching Exceptional Children, 48(3), 128-136.

Koehler, K. (2016). Supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder through bereavement. Bereavement Care, 35(3), 94-101.

Ryan, K., Guerin, S., Dodd, P., & McEvoy, J. (2010). Exploring the experiences of people with intellectual disabilities when service users die. British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 39, 259-265.

Sormanti, M., & Ballan, M. (2011). Strengthening grief support for children with developmental disabilities. School Psychology International, 32(2), 179-193.

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Disclaimer: I'm not a professional, just a student with a passion for autism.

I acknowledge the Cadigal people who are the traditional custodians of the land I walk and learn on. I pay respects to the elders past, present and emerging.