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Autistic fatigue?

Gareth1981

Hello im new here, my name is Gareth, 41 years old, I was diagnosed in 2020 just before pandemic hit. Fun times. Grinning

Every few months I have been hitting a wall in terms of energy levels, I enjoy working out as part of my routine and when these energy dips happen it can take a few weeks for them to return to normal.

Ive just heard about autistic fatigue and was wondering if anybody else has experience of this in regards to their energy levels?

Thanks

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  • Sorry to hear this, I usually have real bad fatigue after a burnout, the past few weeks I have been very emotional, overloaded with sense, lots going on, and found myself sleeping more than I usually do. I had a huge burnout and meltdown on Monday, and yesterday I was knackered. I was asleep by 8pm and slept right through til 9am this morning. My partner asked me this morning and I tried to explain why I went to bed so early but it’s hard to explain what a burnout is like and the fatigue that comes with and follows. Just lots of rest, water and music helps me but is a quick fix, need to find something longer term. 

  • in reply to NAS85361

    Hello 85361 - I am Number.  Good to meet you.  You are very welcome here and I hope to see you on the pages for a while......there are lots of "yous" in this place.....and yet none.

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  • in reply to Number

    Hi everyone 

    Fatigue tell me about it. Believe it or not I’m at my worst first thing in the morning. I don’t know if it’s because it’s a long day ahead and I’m over thinking it or if it’s from the day before. I can only compare it to trying to function with a hangover, not that I drink as my body can’t cope with it. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I just feel panicked and exhausted but then miraculously if I’m super focused on something I’m fine. 

    shaun