Too old for family?

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I'm really tired of being judged and not believed for wanting my family everyday. I have very bad attachment issues, and I'm always worried about what will happen to them. I have no friends or siblings to be with, and I can't drive, have a credit card, have a job or be trusted around every public space by myself. I really hope no one here judges me for still liking and worrying about my family...

There's nothing wrong with that. I think not enough young people are close with their family.
I recently moved out, but not very far. I'm closer with my parents and aunt than I am with anyone else, and even if I ever make more friends I think that would still be the case. I couldn't stand to be far from my family and rarely see them.
Of course, not everyone has a very nice family, but for those of us who do, it's great to see people who are close with their family.

I think it's great that you feel close to your family. Too many young people don't want anything to do with their parents.

I really respect your closeness to your family, no matter what age you are, 21 or 101

Each of us have different experiences growing up, and with our families. So if people judge you, I see that as their ignorance or blinkered perception.

Attachment theory is interesting. I wonder if reading about it may support your feelings around attachment. It’s often thought some, but not all, autistic people have ‘disorganised attachment’ profiles. Anyway, I just mention that in case you’re seeking answers, otherwise no point looking for answers that don’t have a question.

Sounds like you have a great family too

It's like these people around me want me to celebrate when my family dies, which is my biggest fear and makes me sad and scared. I wish they would believe everything about me. I hope I can be able to drive soon.

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