This cartoon shows something many people misunderstand. An autistic child in meltdown at school is not being “difficult.” He is overwhelmed. The headphones tell you a story. Noise can feel painful. Voices can feel loud. Lights can feel sharp. The classroom can feel unsafe. A meltdown is not a tantrum. A tantrum seeks control. A meltdown happens when control is lost. In that moment, the child does not need punishment. He needs regulation. He needs safety. He needs an adult who understands. As a p

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