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ASC & BPD Meltdowns

LJ51125

Sorry I don’t mean to come across as inconsiderate, not sure which term everyone prefers so I apologise in advance.

I understand that both Autism and BPD can lead to meltdowns but usually relate to different causes or symptoms. I am also aware that there is a lot of crossover in symptoms.

Does anyone know if it is possible to experience both at the same time please? If so, can one amplify the experience of the other?

I was diagnosed with Autism but Borderline Personality is currently being investigated. I’m not entirely sure but feel like I may be experiencing emotional burnout of some kind.

Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks 

Parents

  • Dear LJ51125,

    Thank you for reaching out to the online community, I hope it is a helpful resource for you. 

    This may be a question that your GP or another health professional can help answer for you, I know that sometimes it is hard to reach out to medical professionals but they may be the best people able to explain why they are wanting to investigate BPD. 

    I am sorry to hear that you think you may be experiencing emotional burnout, this is a common experience for autistic people and it can feel very challenging. Please take time to rest and recover.

    I have linked below some of our resources that might be useful for you:

    Meltdowns

    Autistic fatigue and burnout

    Mental health and wellbeing

    Best wishes,

    Olivia Mod

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  • Dear LJ51125,

    Thank you for reaching out to the online community, I hope it is a helpful resource for you. 

    This may be a question that your GP or another health professional can help answer for you, I know that sometimes it is hard to reach out to medical professionals but they may be the best people able to explain why they are wanting to investigate BPD. 

    I am sorry to hear that you think you may be experiencing emotional burnout, this is a common experience for autistic people and it can feel very challenging. Please take time to rest and recover.

    I have linked below some of our resources that might be useful for you:

    Meltdowns

    Autistic fatigue and burnout

    Mental health and wellbeing

    Best wishes,

    Olivia Mod

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  • in reply to Olivia Mod

    Thank you I will take a look at the links.

    I know that bpd is being investigated because of symptoms. When I first went to the mental health team I just handed a list of all the symptoms to the psychiatrist and said please help me. 

    He immediately confirmed cptsd and said he suspected bpd too. 

    Also thank you so much for taking the time to respond, I am very grateful