Empowering anxious people to confidently navigate the world, one narrative at a time.
ExtendedBrain.AI is a platform where creating rich, interactive narratives is as simple as having a conversation. ExtendedBrain.AI empowers you to craft secure and detailed stories, or 'narratives,' by simply typing your scenario.
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Contextual narratives
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Anxiety for children is at an all-time high
ExtendedBrain.AI: A smarter, faster way to create social narratives
Social narratives can help these children thrive
Every child deserves to feel confident as they navigate the world. But for many children, and particularly those with autism, everyday social situations can feel unpredictable and overwhelming. In fact, research shows that nearly 1 in 10 children have been diagnosed with an anxiety disorders—and number jumps to a staggering 40% for children with autism—making social situations, transitions, and new experiences especially challenging.
Social narratives are an evidence-based approach proven to help children with autism manage anxiety, understand social expectations, and navigate daily life more successfully. By breaking down complex interactions into clear, structured stories, social narratives provide the guidance and reassurance children need to engage with the world more confidently.
For example, a story about going to a birthday party can outline what to expect, easing the transition to new social environments and making engagements less overwhelming.
ExtendedBrain.AI helps children with autism confidently navigate social situations through personalized, AI-powered social narratives. Our evidence-based platform creates custom narratives in minutes, supporting parents, educators, and clinicians to improve communication, reduce anxiety, and foster independence.
ExtendedBrain.AI is HIPAA and FERPA-compliant, ensuring security and privacy for every user.
ExtendedBrain.AI is proud to partner with Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids to enhance the haircut experience for children with autism, anxiety, and sensory sensitivities. Together, we’re helping families prepare for salon visits in a way that feels calm, predictable, and enjoyable.
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Through the dedicated Sharkey’s portal at sharkeys.extendedbrain.ai, families can create personalized social narratives—completely free of charge. Each story is tailored to the child’s age, gender, and specific service, and includes over 10,000 pre-generated illustrations that reflect diverse features such as race, hair color, and texture—all set within the familiar and welcoming Sharkey’s salon environment.
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These stories gently guide children through what to expect—from choosing their favorite themed chair to hearing the sounds of clippers and scissors, or enjoying a mini-cure. By reducing uncertainty and helping children feel confident, this partnership allows Sharkey’s to continue providing a haircut experience that’s both stress-free and full of smiles.
How it works
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Answer a few simple questions about the client's needs, preferences, and challenges.
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Get a fully personalized social narrative instantly, featuring:
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Imagery and cartoon illustrations that look like the client—proven to improve engagement and behavioral outcomes.
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Clear, structured language tailored to the client's comprehension level.
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Scenarios based on real-life experiences, making transitions and interactions easier.
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Use the social narrative immediately to support learning, communication, and confidence—whether at home, in school, or during medical visits.
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Built for those who support children with autism
Create meaningful narratives that help children thrive in daily life. For educators and school systems – Scale personalized IEP-friendly narratives without extra workload.
For psychologists
Focus on behavioral outcomes, not administrative tasks.
For healthcare providers
Ease anxiety with tailored, easy-to-understand narratives about appointments.