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An autistic woman sitting at a desk having autism shutdown while using a laptop in Maryland.
Understanding Shutdown vs Dissociation Autistic Shutdown Explained Autistic shutdowns are a response to overwhelming situations where the individual internally “shuts down” to cope. This response is likened to the ‘freeze’ reaction in the fight, flight, or freeze spectrum. Du...
An autistic man standing with arms outstretched toward the sunrise by the ocean in Virginia.
Understanding Autistic Shutdowns Definition of Autistic Shutdowns Autistic shutdowns are a response mechanism for individuals on the autism spectrum when they reach a crisis point. During a shutdown, an individual may retreat from the world, not respond to communication, and withdraw until their str...