Autism Puberty Independence

Autism Puberty Top Questions Asked

• How do I explain menstruation to my daughter who can’t process abstract concepts?
• When should I start preparing my son for puberty if his cognitive age is different from his chronological age?
• How do I teach my child about private vs. public body parts when they don’t understand social boundaries?
• What visual supports actually work for teaching hygiene independence?
• How can I prepare my child for unexpected physical changes when they become severely anxious about any change?
• What adaptations can I make for sensory-friendly period products if my daughter can’t tolerate standard options?
• How do I address masturbation in public when my child doesn’t understand social norms?
• What concrete language should I use instead of euphemisms and metaphors?
• How do I monitor personal hygiene without invading growing privacy needs?
• What strategies work for teaching consent when my child has difficulty reading social cues?
• How do I address my son’s aggressive outbursts that have increased with testosterone changes?
• What adaptations exist for teaching self-care to children with fine motor challenges?
• How do I prevent vulnerability to sexual exploitation when my child is trusting and eager to please?
• What do I do when my child violently resists hygiene routines due to sensory issues?
• How do I prepare school staff for managing menstruation if my daughter needs significant assistance?

The answers to these questions are in the book “Autism Puberty Independence: Create Visual Supports, Build Self-Care Skills, and Preserve Dignity Without Constant Supervision” due to be released Late August 2025. (eBook)