What are the risks of not having regular routines?
Studies have linked being inactive with being overweight and obese, type 2 diabetes, some types of cancer, and early death. Sitting for long periods is thought to slow the metabolism, which affects the body's ability to regulate blood sugar, blood pressure and break down body fat. It is thought excessive...Read More
What do autistic routines look like?
Examples of this can include following set routines and rituals – examples include eating the same meals each day, doing tasks in the same order, using the same items, taking the same route to school or work, children asking the same questions to hear the same answers.
For things to...Read More
Why is it important to escape routine?
Sometimes breaking your routine is really important. Sometimes life, energy, and creativity are found outside of your usual routine. Stepping away from the familiar can lead to new perspectives and insights that enrich your daily experiences. In a world that often feels unpredictable, finding stability during chaotic times may require...Read More
What's the difference between ritual and routine?
The difference between routine and ritual is subtle, yet profound. It’s not what we do but more how we do it. A routine is a set of daily habits we generally perform on autopilot. A ritual, on the other hand, is a routine that has been infused with a sprinkle...Read More
What are the negative effects of routines?
You probably will have noticed that, in the case of habits and routines, our attention is glued to the positives and not much is said about the negatives. Perhaps it is time we changed that. Yet discussing something as important as how to lead our lives needs to be a...Read More
How to avoid sitting all day?
To reduce our risk of ill health from inactivity, we are advised to exercise regularly, at least 150 minutes a week, and reduce sitting time. The UK Chief Medical Officers' Physical Activity Guidelines report recommends breaking up long periods of sitting time with at least light activity. Tips to reduce...Read More
What are the most common obsessions in autism?
It is well known that many people with autism will have one or maybe more Obsessive interests in a particular subject. Some of the most common Obsessive interests that you’ll find individuals with ASC have include Thomas the Tank, which is a very common Obsessive interest that you’ll likely find...Read More
Why do autistic people hate change in routine?
All autistic people are different and they don’t necessarily have the same preferences or behaviours, nor the same support needs. But it is common for autistic people to show preferences for order, predictability or routine. Examples of this can include following set routines and rituals – examples include eating the...Read More
Is it better to have a routine or not?
By cutting back on the decisions you have to make early in the day, you can get off to a better start. Make some choices ahead of time by having a routine and a schedule. Stress reduction is just one of the psychological benefits of routine. Daily routines are helpful,...Read More
Is it important to take break from routine?
However, research has found that taking a break can be very beneficial for you and your work. Micro-breaks, lunchtime breaks and longer breaks, have all been shown to have a positive relationship with wellbeing and productivity. By taking regular breaks you can boost your performance. Studies have found that breaks...Read More
Can you let your dog off the lead in a park?
You should only ever let your dog off leash in open areas away from roads and busy public places. It’s good etiquette to remain respectful of other people and letting your dog off lead shouldn’t concern or bother others. There is no blanket rule on where you can let your...Read More
Do I need planning permission to open a dog park?
When you fence and enclose an agricultural field and start using it for dog walking, you have changed the use of that field, away from agriculture. This Change of Use requires planning consent. You can change the use of land for up to 28 days per year without needing permission....Read More
Is it against the law to have a dog off a lead in public?
It’s against the law to let a dog be dangerously out of control anywhere, such as: in a public place. The law applies to all dogs. Your dog is considered dangerously out of control if it: injures someone makes someone worried that it might injure them. A court could also...Read More
How do you add a cue to a behavior?
Get the behavior, then add a cue. First, we get the animal consistently offering the behavior. With behaviors that occur frequently, we can capture and reward whenever the behavior occurs. For less frequent or novel behaviors, we can lure or shape the animal until we get the behavior. Then, there's...Read More
How to end a dog training session?
Keep it short, keep it happy and always end on a successful and positive note. A session that ends with both of you happy is a successful session. End the session on a success; go back to an easy obedience position if you need to – then give a big...Read More