u/monsteeria

Late diagnosed autistic here, was recently talking to an autistic friend and discovered they don’t have meltdowns. I for SURE have meltdowns so am totally curious about what this looks like for other autistic adults and how you cope.

I’ll start throwing things, screaming, crying, and in some (severe) cases even hurt myself when I have a meltdown. I’ll do things such as rip out chunks of my hair, scratch at my skin, or even choke myself. I have no clue how to deal with these meltdowns, and it seems my therapy tips aren’t helping much! anything is helpful!!! thank you in advance