Wellbeing as a Buffer: Helping Autistic Individuals Thrive Through Life’s Transitions

• By: Katie Curran, MAPP Proof Positive: Autism Wellbeing Alliance
• January 5th, 2026
• coping strategies, emotional readiness, family support, positive psychology, resilience, transitions, wellbeing, Winter 2026 Issue
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Transitions are an inevitable part of life. For autistic individuals, they can also be some of the most stressful. Starting school, moving into adulthood, entering the workforce, or navigating new living arrangements can bring an array of changes - new routines, expectations, and social landscapes....

Services for the UnderServed’s Positive Psychology Approach to Serving People in Crisis and Their Families

• By: Lori Lerner, LMSW, RYT-200 hr. Services for the UnderServed (S:US)
• October 2nd, 2023
• caregivers, coping techniques, crisis prevention, crisis response, crisis stabilization, Fall 2023 Issue, family support, gratitude, positive psychology, resilience, respite, self-esteem, strengths-based support, support services, treatment plan, wellbeing
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Since 2016, Service for the UnderServed’s START/CSIDD (Crisis Services for Individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities) Program offers crisis prevention and response services to people who have both developmental disabilities and complex behavioral needs and their families and...

Positive Psychology Offers Guideposts for Optimism to Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum

• By: Valerie L. Gaus, PhD Licensed Psychologist
• April 1st, 2012
• adults, cognitive behavioral therapy, positive psychology, problem solving
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As young people on the autism spectrum look ahead towards adult life, they and their families often feel anxious as they think about entering unknown territory. It can be reassuring to know that having an autism spectrum diagnosis does mean that a person cannot enjoy a mentally healthy life in...