To Warn or Not to Warn?

Many neurodivergent kids, particularly autistic kids, rely on routines, schema, and advance warnings, to prepare themselves adequately for what’s ahead. Knowing – even vaguely – what to expect, gives them the opportunity to access the strategies and coping mechanisms required for a particular situation. However, the same children are often prone to anxiety about impending change and new experiences. So what happens when we, as parents or teachers, know things aren’t going to be as…