Understanding Autistic Objects and Emotional Development

Explore why certain objects feel deeply comforting for autistic children and what these attachments reveal about their emotional world.

This video introduces the idea of autistic objects—special items a child may turn to for steadiness, comfort, or emotional organization. You’ll learn why these objects can feel so essential, what role they often play in a child’s inner world, and how they fit into the broader picture of emotional development. The goal is to give parents a clearer lens for understanding this attachment without judgment, worry, or pressure to change it.

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