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Professionals who work with adults on the autism spectrum may experience crisis situations. We present a model of crisis intervention that respects the personal dignity of the person in crisis as well as strategies for every stage of crisis, from initial signs of distress to recovery and reconnection.

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Managing and Deescalating Crisis: A Developmental and Person Centered Approach

Professionals who work with adults on the autism spectrum may experience crisis situations. We present a model of crisis intervention that respects the personal dignity of the person in crisis as well as strategies for every stage of crisis, from initial signs of distress to recovery and reconnection.