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Members overwhelmingly validated that door-closing behavior is common among autistic children, sharing similar experiences with their own kids... Read more

Members overwhelmingly validated that door-closing behavior is common among autistic children, sharing similar experiences with their own kids who close cabinet doors, shut bedroom doors, push in chairs, and even correct sun visors in cars. Several members suggested this could be related to sensory sensitivities, a need for order and control, or a calming routine, recommending tools like weighted blankets or noise-canceling headphones to help manage potential underlying triggers. A recurring theme was the importance of observation and trial-and-error to understand what might be driving the behavior, with many members relating personally to the desire for things to feel organized and in place.