Crushes can be exciting, sweet, and really overwhelming. And for many autistic teens, “just ignore it” does not make the feelings go away. It often makes everything feel bigger, more confusing, and harder to talk about.

The Healthy Crushes & Relationships Toolkit (Teens + Parents) is a free, gentle support pack that helps teens (and caregivers) put words to what is happening, practice boundaries with dignity, and feel more grounded when emotions run high.

Inside the toolkit, you’ll find:

• A Crush Feelings Check-In page for teens (feelings, intensity, body cues, and what support is needed)

• A Consent + Boundaries mini guide (teen + caregiver friendly)

• Green flags and red flags with clear, concrete examples

• Texting and communication support, including scripts for starting conversations, sharing feelings, setting boundaries, and responding to a “no”

• A Rejection coping plan for the first hour, plus steady self-talk prompts

• A Caregiver support page with validating language, what helps, and what to avoid (gently)

This is not about controlling teens or “fixing” feelings. It is about support, safety, clarity, and self-trust.