Things that will automatically make me have a shutdown as an autistic person. A thread
1) Shouting and loud noises in general. Also, busy crowds can cause a shutdown.
2) Demanding me to do things on the spot without any prior warning
3) Making me be on camera or pose in a photo without asking me first (this happens way too often)
4) Saying "We need to talk" but not saying what about and leaving me in suspense.
5) If my mental health is bad, then almost anything can cause a meltdown/shutdown
6) Long transport delays, mainly trains and airports
7) Ableism from strangers, people I know, professional (basically any human I can come into contact with can be ableist and cause a shutdown)
8) Being rushed to do anything, it's too overwhelming most of the time
9) Judging me for not having a 'varied' diet.
10) Being in an area where there's an unbearable smell that makes me want to gag.
#AskingAutistics what often causes you to have a meltdown or shutdown? Please share below! (if comfortable)
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