Autistic Stimming: what is it and why do autistic people do it? Stimming, short for self-stimulatory behaviour, is a natural and beautiful part of being autistic. It’s one of the many ways autistic individuals interact with and regulate their sensory world. Sadly, stimming is often misunderstood or seen as something that needs to be “managed” or “stopped.” But the truth is, stimming is a powerful form of self-expression, regulation, and joy and it deserves to be celebrated. What Is Stimming? Sti
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Autistic Stimming: what is it and why do autistic people do it? Stimming, short for self-stimulatory behaviour, is a natural and beautiful part of being autistic. It’s one of the many ways autistic individuals interact with and regulate their sensory world. Sadly, stimming is often misunderstood or seen as something that needs to be “managed” or “stopped.” But the truth is, stimming is a powerful form of self-expression, regulation, and joy and it deserves to be celebrated. What Is Stimming? Sti
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