Intolerance of Uncertainty
No one can see the future. For many people, this isn't a problem. But for some, not knowing what is going to happen can result in extremes of emotion which can make life incredibly stressful.
People who suffer with intolerance of uncertainty, often try and plan for every potential outcome. This can be exhausting. In order to remove the uncertainty, people often:
check things repeatedly (e.g., re-read work over and over again, call friends and family to check on them, etc.),
seek reassurance from other people,
make lists,
keep themselves busy by always having plans to distract them, and
procrastinate or avoid situations, people, places or events.
No one can see the future.
This means that everyone will have to experience uncertainty in their lives. It is how we deal with it that matters. It is exhausting trying to remove all uncertainty as it simply isn't possible.
Becoming tolerant of uncertainty
Our experienced and highly qualified staff can support parents/carers and school staff with preparing children and young people with ASD for the uncertainty they will face in life and will provide a range of practical strategies to help them become more tolerant of uncertainty.
The Coping with Uncertainty in Everyday Situations CUES © intervention package developed by Newcastle University (with funding from the Children's Foundation) is a set of eight 2-hour sessions carried out on a weekly basis. They are usually delivered to groups of parents to enable discussions and the sharing of experiences to enable parents/carers and staff to provide insight into their experiences, though 1:1 sessions can be arranged if required.
Please contact us for more information.