I have read autistic burnout is a real thing and I am starting to think that I am suffering from it.
I have become very sensitive to noise, light, smells etc. to the point I am having regular shutdowns and the occasional mild meltdown. In addition, my speech has been slow/slurred and thought processes have been frustratingly fragmented and delayed/non-existent at times. Fatigue is a big problem where I am incredibly exhausted all of the time and spend more and more of my spare time in bed.
I have sought help on multiple occasions from my GP and hospital, but I have been told there is nothing they can do.
The only time I have experienced this in the past has been when I have had a breakdown or I am going through a very stressful time, but this was before my diagnosis.
Can anyone relate to this and if so how have to managed to recover? This particular time seems very hard to shift and managed that previous.
I am relying on sunglasses, ear plugs etc. more and more. I am resting when possible.
Sorry if my post is fragmented - struggling to get things out today.