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Working out what might be wrong and how to fix it.

Environment-

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  • Too hot/cold

  • Room is too light/dark

  • Too noisy/not noisy enough/wrong noise

  • Other things/people (partner/family/house mates/pets)

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Solutions for environment-

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  • Use a fan, heater or heated/cooling blanket

  • Use blackout blinds or a night light

  • Earplugs (amazon sell mouldable ones that are supposed to be very comfortable) music/audio book/comfort show etc.

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Sensory-

  • Wrong smell in the room

  • Bedding feels wrong/overwhelming

  • Clothing; itchy labels/ uncomfortable fabric

  • Too hot/cold

  • Sleep/general anxiety causing physiological symptoms that cause sensory issues

  • Feeling poorly, headache, body ache, tooth ache etc

  • Wrong smell in the room

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Solutions for sensory-​

  • A room diffuser with a comforting scent (lavender is good for sleep)

  • Find the best bedding for you (I prefer 100% cotton or bamboo bedding as its softer on my skin)

  • Change of PJ's ready if needed/cut out labels carefully

  • Fan/heater or heated/cooling blanket

  • Weighted blanket (I have one and it is the best purchase I've ever made for my sleep, it may be good to seek medical advice) 

  • Take painkillers as per instructions, have a bath

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One thing I've found in my research is that most of the information isn't very autism specific and thus you need to pick and choose what works for you. Its a case of trial and error.

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