Are they just trying to get attention?
Or are they telling us something important? When a child drags their hand along the wall, knocks things over, or suddenly pushes someone—what are they really communicating? Today, we’re breaking down a HUGE misunderstanding about ‘attention-seeking’ behaviors and what autistic individuals actually need in those moments.
In this conversation, Susan and Staci talk about this common misconception about autistic behavior—something many parents, teachers, and therapists get wrong.
Instead of assuming "attention-seeking" is just a way to manipulate or disrupt, this video reveals the real reason behind these behaviors and gives a better way to respond that actually supports autistic individuals.
Listen today and learn....
✅ Break a major myth—what looks like “attention-seeking” is actually communication.
✅ Understand behavior through an autistic lens—so you can support, not suppress.
✅ Learn practical, neuro-affirming strategies—instead of behavior control techniques that don’t work.
So the next time you see a behavior that looks like 'attention-seeking,' take a step back and ask—what support are they actually asking for?