Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi im an autistic 19 year old, I just started back at university after a summer of having no one to talk to and I was determined to make friends this year but so far have had no luck. I try everything i smile at everyone i see, be nice, go out with everybody etc. I just can't maintain an interesting conversation, i can do the general stuff like "how are you liking uni?", "nice weather" etc. I even go over topics with my mum beforehand but that still doesn't help. Does anyone have any ideas to help me chat/banter with other people?
I really feel for you and know exactly where you are coming from, I am 37 and still find it difficult to make friends. One thing I will say, always be yourself and people will like you for who you are. Have you tried the local Churches, you doubt have to be religious to get a sense of community there.
Plus on face book there are usually spotted in ***** e.g spotted in leicester. If you find one send them a message to say you are looking for social groups and they will put a post on their page, usually get some good responses for them., j used mu local one to find a support group for anxiety.
Good luck xx