High Functioning Autism (What You Don’t See!)

Everything you need to know about life with high-functioning autism. It's no secret that the term ‘high functioning’ has now been discontinued within the autism community due to it being unhelpful to many autistic individuals. People now use the term lower support needs autism. So what is life like with low support needs autism? This is w good question, as many people cannot see and do not realise the struggles these Individuals have autism because it is classed as a hidden disability. Many of the struggles that autistic people incur are: 1. Fear Extremely fearful of busy places, holidays and events and many social situations. 2. Anxiety Crippling anxiety that may lead to burnout, shutdowns and, eventually, meltdowns. 3. GI Issues Issues like Irritable bowel syndrome can be disabling for many autistic people. 4. Panic Based Anger Issues Enter issues that may result in self-harm and extreme depression. This stems from panic about situations. 5. Executive Function Issues Having difficulty in life, simple tasks like cooking, washing clothes and even just putting cups down on the countertop safely. These are all very difficult to deal with for Autistic individuals. Join in the conversation and Let me know what you struggle with.