MOMENTS OF PRESSURE AND CONTAINING HEAD

I am 52 years of age and was diagnosed with Autism on 2nd Oct 2023.  I always knew I was different, so it did not come as a surprise.  I did post  some history, but wanted to get the views and if anyone has the same episodes at all.

At times I feel like my head is going to give off steam like a kettle.  I feel that I have to concentrate  in order for my head not to explode and I have to calm down and focus, otherwise I would just scream in frustration.  As I am writing this I am squinting my eyes to keep in focus and will probably go for a walk or something.  I guess you could say I am constantly overwhelmed by information, thinking, doing etc. but most of the time I try to hold it down.

I was wondering if anyone has the same feelings etc.

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  • I hadn't seen this before and I think it's a graphic illustration I can definitely use to help explain to people.  Also I just wrote this using the picture as a prompt:

    Neuron receptors explode in my brain
    At social interactions
    And innocent questions that leave me non plussed
    Whilst I contend with my exterior appearance
    Lest I give away an unintended sign
    Of confusion or fear
    I'm channelling swan
    Gliding seamlessly through this conversation
    Whilst paddling furiously underneath
    If I make eye contact
    Will you see the reflection of fireworks
    Sparks and ignitions
    Rippling across my cortex
    Will you understand the complexities
    Being dealt with
    Will you be overwhelmed like I am
    Or will you just see the test card
    I placed there to be safe.