Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi
I was diagnosed 4 years ago with high functioning autism and moved with my parents to rural France.
I tried living independently many times but it overwhelmed me and I turned to alcohol to cover up my anxiety and meltdowns.
Living here has been great for giving up the drink but I am isolated. I live with my parents and have many animals but no friends and I don't drive so I'm here all the time unless my mum and I go to the shops.
I feel depressed and alone with nowhere to vent and I Want to scream!
I've been getting to know myself the past 4 years knowing I am autistic but I don't know if being here isolated has made my autism worse.
Anyway it would be so nice to have people to talk to and get to know who's in a similar position.
Jess x
Isolation is a double edged sword for Autism. We want to be on our own, but crave outreach.
I'm grateful for my outreach.
I agree. It is the ultimate autistic paradox. We crave love and company but hate being around people for long and need to be on our own