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Recent content by avanaphia
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If you were honest with yourselves, how many of you hate having this condition?
I can relate so much on this. I'm sorry that we share the experience of not liking our autism. It really sucks. I understand that some people might experience it differently but this condition can be so disabling. For example some of the things I struggle with... Forming relationships is hard...- avanaphia
- Post #221
- Forum: General Autism Discussion
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Where do you live?
I live in Ireland. I like it here. The weather is awful though. -
How do all you cope with long periods of isolation?
I'd love to be able to give you advice but I can relate to this soo much. You aren't alone. I also find comfort in being alone. I only ever leave my house to go grocery shopping and to go to college. That's really it. I avoid people as much as possible because maintaining conversations is...- avanaphia
- Post #38
- Forum: Help and Support
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ADHD and extreme social cravings?
I had a very similar experience when I was a child and teenager as you did. I was very extroverted as a child and despite my lack of social skills, I managed to make quite a few friends. Like you, it what when I became a teenager it got harder. People seemed to be a lot more judgemental and have...- avanaphia
- Post #4
- Forum: General Autism Discussion
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