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
I can feel your frustration! It's like the lockdown never ends for us. I'm 40 and in the same position as you. I still have hope that one day I will be independent or even semi-independent would be good.