Autism being used as a reason vs an excuse

What are some good examples of either?

I think they can often get confused.

Parents
  • When I go in to meltdowns and struggle to work, it's cost me my jobs more times than I care to remember, my dad usually says I'm just using it as an excuse and I'm lazy and don't want to work.

    Always horrible to hear this and sad that people think it's true.

    I do try to explain. I can explain why I do or don't do certain things, or why I can or cannot do certain things but most of my family don't believe it.

  • I'm sorry you have to deal with that.

    Do you think it'd be any better if you wrote it down?

  • That's a good idea. I've tried explaining a few times to the people I know but I don't think I explain it properly or very well. 

    That's why I'm grateful for this community. It's nice being here because I can be myself and I know everyone understands.

  • I tried writing it down for them and they got it - a bit more anyway.

    Someone did help me with it, and I was able to take my time. 

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