CEFR B2

autostimulation

noun

Meaning

Self-stimulation or repetitive behavior, often observed in individuals with autism spectrum disorder, used to regulate sensory input, manage anxiety, or express emotion.

Examples

The child's rocking was a form of autostimulation to cope with the noisy classroom.
Autostimulation can manifest in various ways, such as finger-flicking or vocalizations.

Synonyms: stimming, self-stimulation, repetitive behavior, mannerism

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autostimulation (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌɔːtoʊˌstɪmjʊˈleɪʃən/

Definition

Self-stimulation or repetitive behavior, often observed in individuals with autism spectrum disorder, used to regulate sensory input, manage anxiety, or express emotion.

Examples

The child's rocking was a form of autostimulation to cope with the noisy classroom.
Autostimulation can manifest in various ways, such as finger-flicking or vocalizations.

How to Use autostimulation

autostimulation (noun): The act or practice of self-stimulation. — "The therapist helped the child identify triggers for autostimulation."
form of autostimulation (collocation): A specific type or manifestation of self-stimulating behavior. — "Rocking back and forth is a common form of autostimulation."
engage in autostimulation (collocation): To perform self-stimulating behaviors. — "The student would often engage in autostimulation when feeling stressed."

Synonyms of autostimulation

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