I don’t know who needs to see this but… Autism is NOT a disease or mental health problem But, 70% of autistic ppl have a mental health condition Due to societal issues like: - being misunderstood - stigma & discrimination - lack of timely or appropriate support - bullying - loneliness - burnout - ThreadSky

neuro-observant.bsky.social • 44 days ago

I don’t know who needs to see this but…

Autism is NOT a disease or mental health problem

But, 70% of autistic ppl have a mental health condition

Due to societal issues like:

- being misunderstood
- stigma & discrimination
- lack of timely or appropriate support
- bullying
- loneliness
- burnout

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neuro-observant.bsky.social•44 days ago

Source for the statistic:
https://www.autistica.org.uk/about-us/2030/2030-anxiety

#AutismAwareness

johansolo.bsky.social•44 days ago

It's a spectrum, and there is a portion of the spectrum for whom it *is* a problem, who can't come on Bluesky and skeet such things, and who need extra EXTRA love and support.

neuro-observant.bsky.social•43 days ago

I’m not sure if you’ve misinterpreted what I’m trying to say. Autism is a *disability* for many people (myself included) but that doesn’t mean it’s a mental health problem, illness or disease. It’s just part of human diversity and how brains/ minds are naturally different

Here are some sources that

neuro-observant.bsky.social•43 days ago

are all clear about it not
being a mental health problem in itself but also explain how it may affect us and be disabling, if you were interested in what I am trying to communicate with my post:

https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/mental-health-conditions/autism-and-mental-health/

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/autism-and-mental-health/

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/autism/what-is-autism/#:~:text=Autism%20is%20not%20an%20illness,not%20until%20you're%20older.

neuro-observant.bsky.social•43 days ago

https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/mental-health

I totally agree that autistic people need love and support :) We all have different needs that deserve acceptance and understanding

johansolo.bsky.social•43 days ago

> Autism is a *disability* for many people

Okay, then we're on the same page. I've just seen so many "it's not a disability, it's a difference!" types that I've gotten a bit defensive :)

neuro-observant.bsky.social•43 days ago

Aww yes, we are on the same page! :) It’s very much a disability for many people. I’m sorry you’ve encountered those claims because it can feel very invalidating for those who struggle

bowtoy.bsky.social•43 days ago

I think bullying should have been at the top of that list shouldn't it

siorin.bsky.social•43 days ago

I have been burnt out for a long time because working is destroying my sanity and you cannot take a lot of time off of work on a whim.

neuro-observant.bsky.social•43 days ago

Yeah, working can be really really hard for a lot of autistic people. And it’s even worse trying to then explain the burnout to others and get support/ accommodations for it 😔 I’m sorry you’re having to push yourself like that

siorin.bsky.social•43 days ago

Thank you 😊 yeah my family just insists it is a part of life and everyone feels it. And like sure maybe to a certain degree but they still can work. Their bodies aren't actively screaming in protest and trying to compel an explosion and they still want to go out and do things after work most days.

neuro-observant.bsky.social•42 days ago

I think one of the hardest things about being autistic is when our struggles are dismissed by people we know (and it hurts even more when it’s those we’re close to) as being just “something everyone gets” and “just deal with it” when the way it impacts us is often on a *totally* different

neuro-observant.bsky.social•42 days ago

level. And pushing through can lead to debilitating burnout

E.g. everyone feels tiredness but not to the point where (in my case) I can only stay awake for 8-10 hours some days & don’t even have the energy to reheat something in the microwave for dinner so have to be on liquids

So, I hear you ❤️

reetnortherner.bsky.social•42 days ago

I often experience periods of feeling utterly exhausted (mentally and physically), and I'm guessing it's a sign of burnout. But I'm still unsure as still figuring out my autism and trying to hold down a job.

jgjanegreenmbe.bsky.social•42 days ago

Interesting

kencf0618.bsky.social•44 days ago

This why I sometimes wear a pewter St. Dymphna medallion. I need all the help I can get!

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