Autistic Energy Accounting

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This is a PDF Digital Resource

Topic: Autistic Energy Accounting

48 Pages in total.
Created by Amanda McGuinness – Little Puddins

This professionally designed visual information resource introduces the concept of Autistic energy accounting—an essential self-awareness and regulation tool that helps Autistic individuals identify and track the activities, environments, and interactions that either drain or recharge their energy. Created by Amanda McGuinness, a leading Autistic advocate and Autism & Visual Supports Specialist, this guide reflects a neuroaffirmative understanding of Autistic needs, honouring sensory, emotional, cognitive, and social energy profiles.

What’s Included:

• Clear explanation of Autistic energy accounting and why it matters
  
• Visual energy bank system to track energy-depleting and energy-restoring activities
  
• Assorted visual tools to support energy accounting
  
• Examples of energy deposits and withdrawals
  
• Tools to support self-advocacy, emotional regulation, and co-regulation
  
• Neuroaffirmative and accessible language throughout
  
• Designed with the “Auti” character to support engagement and clarity
  

Why This Resource is Valuable:

• Created by Amanda McGuinness, Ireland’s leading expert on Autism visual supports
  
• Informed by lived experience, professional insight, and current neurodivergent-affirming practice
  
• Ideal for use in homes, schools, and therapeutic settings
  
• Empowers Autistic individuals to better understand and communicate their needs
  
• A powerful tool for supporting Autistic regulation, autonomy, and mental well-being
  

Terms of Use:

This resource is for personal and professional use only.
It may not be shared, sold, or modified.
You are welcome to recommend this resource by sharing a direct link to the product.
Full terms of use are included in the guide.

Important Note:

Every Autistic person’s energy needs and experiences are unique. This resource offers a flexible and supportive approach, designed to be adapted based on individual sensory, cognitive, emotional, and social needs.