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What Is Stimming?

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Stimming is repetitive movement,
sound or touch

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that helps a person manage
sensory input and emotions.

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Common examples:
hand-flapping, rocking,

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spinning, humming, repeating
words (echolalia), tapping,

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pacing, and chewing or
mouthing objects.

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Stimming is generally healthy
and should only be discouraged

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if it causes injury.

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Social acceptability is a poor reason to suppress stimming.

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Read the guide
www.endthewaitontario.com/stimming-autism