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Hi from Scotland

Maisie

Hi I'm Maisie. I have been diagnosed with autism not that it was a big surprise as I've been almost sure I'm autistic for a while but even though I knew nothing would change after my diagnosis I find myself disappointed that I still struggle with interacting with others and being different.

A part of me really thought things would be different. I don't know why because I know that those things are core parts of autism. I think it was just wishful thinking on my part.

I've looked for groups in my area but there's only one relatively close though I would have to catch the train to get to it and I'm not sure I could bring myself to do that. Public transport causes me anxiety and sensory overload so I try to avoid it when I can. 

I don't really do social media but I am lonely and tired of my own company so I want to give this a try in the hopes that it will help.

Parents

  • Hi Maisie, your post really made me feel like I was looking in a mirror, I am so sorry you are dealing with all of this too. I have been struggling with loneliness for a long time as well and it has been getting a lot harder to deal with it this year. Like you, I can't do public transport or social media as it's so overwhelming. I hope this community can help us both. 

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  • Hi Maisie, your post really made me feel like I was looking in a mirror, I am so sorry you are dealing with all of this too. I have been struggling with loneliness for a long time as well and it has been getting a lot harder to deal with it this year. Like you, I can't do public transport or social media as it's so overwhelming. I hope this community can help us both. 

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  • in reply to ihoardjars

    Hi  and welcome. I'm really sorry to hear you're struggling so much at the moment. Sadly this seems to be the case for most with autism. I wish we could be autistic but without the loneliness and struggling with change and dealing with people. 

    I've already found being here more helpful than I thought possible. I hope you find the same.