De autistische burn-out

In clinical practice, the term “autistic burnout” is frequently used. Despite this, scientific research in this area is limited. This article is a first exploration of the autistic burnout, based on the scientific literature and clinical experience. The results show that an autistic burnout is characterized by exhaustion, a loss of skills and an increase in autistic symptoms. The disabilities related to autism increase the risk of overload and complicate recovery. It is important to be aware of this often long-lasting state of being overloaded and to adapt treatment to the information processing characteristics that characterize autism.