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 Forum: General Autism Discussion   Topic: meltdown advice

 Post subject: Re: meltdown advice
Posted: 25 Aug 2023, 4:00 pm 

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I'm not sure how to stop a meltdown in progress. I'm sure it's possible, but prevention might be a better bet. You could try keeping a journal for a week or two to see if any patterns emerge leading up to your meltdowns. Try preemptively making a list of things that you consider stressors. For examp...

 Forum: Getting to know each other   Topic: hello world

 Post subject: Re: hello world
Posted: 25 Aug 2023, 3:35 pm 

Replies: 5
Views: 1,445


Thank you all for the warm welcome and fun jokes! :D

 Forum: General Autism Discussion   Topic: A Question for Older ASD Folks

Posted: 25 Aug 2023, 10:24 am 

Replies: 24
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I love that you asked this. I have had similar-ish questions, but I'm a bit younger than you. (I turn 40 on Monday). 1. Yes. I am much better at this than I was when I was younger. I do not always respond appropriately, but I give myself a lot more grace than I used to now that I know I'm autistic. ...

 Forum: Getting to know each other   Topic: hello world

 Post subject: hello world
Posted: 25 Aug 2023, 9:38 am 

Replies: 5
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My name is Bess. My youngest sister was diagnosed with Aspergers early in life. We are 16 years apart in age, and we are such different people that it never occurred to me that I might be autistic too. Ends up, I am. I was diagnosed with ASD at 36, and I have been learning about autism and looking f...

 Forum: General Autism Discussion   Topic: The autism social rule book.

Posted: 25 Aug 2023, 9:04 am 

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If it is clear to you that a friend or family member is in a toxic or potentially abusive relationship, avoid confronting them directly. Doing so will likely push them away. These situations are nuanced, and sometimes all you can do is gently express concern and remind them that you are there to sup...
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