When I Feel Overwhelmed Social Story for Autism | Speech Fuel

This social story helps students with autism, nonverbal communication, AAC, and special education needs understand what to do when they feel overwhelmed. It teaches simple calming strategies such as pausing, breathing, finding a quiet space, asking for help, and giving the body time to feel ready.

Slide Overview

1. I Feel Overwhelmed

2. I Notice My Body

3. I Can Pause

4. I Take Slow Breaths

5. I Find a Quiet Space

6. I Can Ask for Help

7. I Give Myself Time

8. I Can Feel Calm Again

Teachers, SLPs, and parents can use this social story before difficult situations, during regulation practice, or as part of daily routines at school, in therapy, or at home.

Features

Includes 8 simple student facing slides with clear language, consistent visuals, first person sentences, and practical calming strategies.

Keywords

Autism, AAC, nonverbal, social skills, behavior support, special education, visual supports, routines, communication, classroom management.