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Justifying burnout

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Does anyone else feel like they have to constantly explain what autistic burnout is like to others,  such as GP's, manager at work and even to friends.

If, for example, I'd had a stroke, would I need to explain myself so much? Don't think so. Ive got GP appointment tomorrow and have just written a page of notes to try to show why im not fit for work.

I say to some friends , im completely exhausted and then they explain how they're exhausted too!! No, its not the same, you are functioning,  I am not.

Why do i feel i have to justify this? Have others felt like this? 

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  • Yes I do find a lot of people don't understand. I have had comments from others that they have the same, showing they don't understand.

    When I was requesting a sick note I listed all the symptoms of burnout I was experiencing, so I hoped this would cover the non medical term of autistic burnout. I was surprised that I got a GP who was understanding and even used the phrase. I hope your appointment goes well.

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  • Yes I do find a lot of people don't understand. I have had comments from others that they have the same, showing they don't understand.

    When I was requesting a sick note I listed all the symptoms of burnout I was experiencing, so I hoped this would cover the non medical term of autistic burnout. I was surprised that I got a GP who was understanding and even used the phrase. I hope your appointment goes well.

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