Published on 12, July, 2020
I live on my own now because I have recently moved into a flat. I am very worried about the prospect of pesky trick or treaters (complete strangers) knocking on my door on the 31st. Of course I would not answer. I never answer the door to strangers/cold callers. But would they then do a nasty criminal prank? Like throw egg at my flat or set fire to a bin? I am probably just being paranoid. I live in a nice area with no antisocial behaviour record, but I am normally with my parents on the 31st. Thankfully, the last couple of years no-one has called, but some children knocked on the door a few years back demanding cash - 'trick or treat' they call. My Dad gave them money - I personally think this was wrong, it is not charity but glorified begging and would normally not be tolerated - I repeat, it is fine with family and friends, but this was not. I have Aspergers, I hate being disturbed, and I am worried some nutter will cause me grief on the 31st. I don't want some stupid sign on my door, so what can I do?
i'm an adult without autism and I don't like trick or treaters. Not because I worry they will do damage, just that they upset the karma in the house.
i always try and be out , because if you are in you get tense even if you don't answer the door.
Can you think of anywhere you can go or someone you can visit? Even a late night trip to the supermarket and have your tea in the cafe. They are usually gone by about 9.
If not, just brazen it out - they almost certainly won't do damage. Put your headphones in and get lost in a good film or some music