Difficulty going out

Be kind to yourself. I know that your reasons for your difficulty going out seem related to the fact that quite a lot of environments are not suited to autistic neurology and are chaotic/busy so are there any local green spaces you can visit? I find going to green spaces really calming.

Busy and chaotic places are not suitable for me either- just unnecessary stimulation. A lot of other autistic people on this forum will be able to relate. 

I hope this helps.

Thanks, I'm not diagnosed yet, although I've had several professionals say they think I'm autistic.  I've got an assessment in a few weeks, including ADOS.  Good to know it's not just me.  Green spaces would involve getting a taxi, which I find difficult, I only go out when I have to.

Thanks, I'm not diagnosed yet, although I've had several professionals say they think I'm autistic.  I've got an assessment in a few weeks, including ADOS.  Good to know it's not just me.  Green spaces would involve getting a taxi, which I find difficult, I only go out when I have to.

You are very welcome.

Good luck with your autistic discovery journey, I hope your assessment goes well for you.

You are not alone, difficulty going out is common for many autistic people. I hope you find comfort in this.