Published on 12, July, 2020
I am an occupational therapist who works with autistic teens and young adults. I am curious- what is the biggest challenge autistic teens and young adults face as they transition to adulthood? Is it the fear of being lonely? Employment? Succeeding in college? Being accepted by others and making friends?
Talking to other people. Feeling stupid when you say something abit off the wall. Embaressment when you have no idea what others were talking about. Not being in the loop with conversation. Not feeling worthy enough to have friends or deserving them. No confidence then to actually talk or express yourself. Takes years to overcome that if undiagnosed. Everyone is different but they were my main struggles. Basically communicating with other people lol
I feel that no one is listening to me when I am upset and that how I felt when I was in college and I wish I have some real friends so I can be happy