Supporting Individuals with Asperger's

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Which of the following best describes Defense Mode in individuals with Asperger's?

A state of heightened focus and attention
A state of indifference and apathy
A state of overwhelm accompanied by fear, frustration, and withdrawal (correct)
A state of calm and relaxation

What is the main goal of getting out of Defense Mode?

To add more stress and overwhelm
To practice self-care and remove existing stress (correct)
To suppress and ignore problems in life
To control and keep everything exactly as it is

What is the solution to Defense Mode?

Suppressing the problem and not finding solutions
Being detached and ignoring problems in life
Practicing mindfulness and taking action to solve problems (correct)
Adding more stress to the existing overwhelm

What happens when someone in Defense Mode is overwhelmed by anything new?

They shut down further and experience increased overwhelm (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does self-care involve in relation to Defense Mode?

Practicing relaxation techniques and removing existing stress (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is Defense Mode?

Defense Mode is a state of overwhelm in individuals with Asperger's characterized by fear, frustration, anger, shutdown, and withdrawal. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of Defense Mode?

The main cause of Defense Mode is extreme stress and overwhelm. Signup and view all the answers

How can someone get out of Defense Mode?

To get out of Defense Mode, one needs to engage in self-care and emotional processing activities that are relaxing and help remove existing stress. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of mindfulness tools in regulating emotions?

Mindfulness tools are used to regulate emotions by promoting self-awareness and helping individuals to stay present in the moment. Signup and view all the answers