AUTISTIC MELTDOWN CAUSES
I've written on meltdowns developing into shutdowns on my autism website. This requires a deep dive.
You really don't want to go there.
You feel like the world is ending and there's no hope. And you switch everyone and everything off so that the world no longer exists.
It's a matter of survival.
Somehow, in some way, you take time and find space to recharge.
I know the dangers and I know the signs. I know what to avoid.
The problem is that 'normally socialised' others don't. I can tell people clearly that I need clear instructions etc. They will nod and agree, and then revert to being unclear, contradictory, and changeable. It used to drive me mad. Now it just makes me sad, confirming that 'normally socialised' others change very slowly, if at all.
I like exits in any activity and engagement. Because I know if I can't escape uncomprehending, uncaring others I will go mad.
