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Feeling sad after a good day

ParentingAutism

Confused mother here. This has been an ongoing issue for ages but now school is really good for her and making her happy (they have done a lot to put things in place which are now helping massively). Today hours after she came home from school, she was crying and said its because she feels sad. I asked why and she replied, because I had a good day at school.

She has said in the past that she hates being happy. She says she's always relaxed, chilled and calm rather than happy. Does anyone get this. No one else in the family gets this so hoping someone can give us tips on how to help. Last time she felt like this wasn't too long ago but she was then really low for a couple of weeks. But today she has cheered up and is excited for tomorrow.

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  • As an Autistic Adult I sometimes feel drained after some otherwise happy events especially if it has involed having to act normal ( masking?).This is sometimes difficult to distinguish from a feeling of sadness or depression. At such times I now know that the only way to recover is to have quiet time alone but not with my thoughts. This may be going for a walk looking at what is around me to quieten my mind or to lie down and listen to a podcast or read a book. 

    I hope this helps

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  • As an Autistic Adult I sometimes feel drained after some otherwise happy events especially if it has involed having to act normal ( masking?).This is sometimes difficult to distinguish from a feeling of sadness or depression. At such times I now know that the only way to recover is to have quiet time alone but not with my thoughts. This may be going for a walk looking at what is around me to quieten my mind or to lie down and listen to a podcast or read a book. 

    I hope this helps

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