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Suicide in autism

DaveAsperg
over 5 years ago

I have been struggling with suicidal thinking for a few years now and recognise it is part of the autistic brain as we tend to focus on a narrow area and miss out on much that is going on around us. Added to that we may not be good at socialising and can't easily let go of ideas or routines as we don't like change.

Added to this we don't respond well to treatments such as antidepressants and also psychological managements, so that leaves us having to tolerate ourselves.

We can learn a lot from others, but then may feel inadequate when we compare ourselves to others.

what do you think?

Has anyone found a good answer?

I know Blueray like forgiveness therapy, which I have tried but not been successful

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  • over 5 years ago

    Hi NAS51277,

    I haven't had suicidal thoughts in a long time, counselling at the Maudsley Hospital really helped me.

    Please do not hurt yourself, forgive yourself its not worth it to dwell on the past like that.

    Try talking to a special friend such as a pet about this they give unlimited love and dont judge you. If you dont have a pet how about you adopt one from a shelter? There are plenty of cats and dogs that need shelter. Therefore you would not be lonely anymore and nor would the cat or dog. Its nice when you have someone to share life with...

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  • over 5 years ago

    Hi NAS51277,

    I haven't had suicidal thoughts in a long time, counselling at the Maudsley Hospital really helped me.

    Please do not hurt yourself, forgive yourself its not worth it to dwell on the past like that.

    Try talking to a special friend such as a pet about this they give unlimited love and dont judge you. If you dont have a pet how about you adopt one from a shelter? There are plenty of cats and dogs that need shelter. Therefore you would not be lonely anymore and nor would the cat or dog. Its nice when you have someone to share life with...

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