Nicky Grand
Sometimes, Autistic and ADHD Burnout hits you automatically. It feels like fight or flight mode because it feels like everything is happening all at once. Here are some examples of Autistic and ADHD Burnout #ActuallyAutistic #Neurodivergent #AutisticAdvocacy #AutismAcceptance #neurodiversity
Apr 12, 2024 at 10:37amMastodon for iOS
Show threadEllen 🎈Apr 12, 2024

@nickythehero @SapoconchaTradutora Text in image is as follows:

Signs of Autistic/ADHD Burnout
nonchalance/ flat mood
low attention span
exhaustion
scared to make commitments
irritability
overwhelmed & / or underwhelmed
special interests unappealing
low capacity for socialising @autistic_callum_
unshakeable and constant anxiety

Show threadVayl Larkin (they/them)Apr 12, 2024
@nickythehero I just wanted to tell you that I looked at this graphic at first because I wasn't sure if I (AA) had experienced burnout officially. I don't know why, but seeing this it finally clicked, probably because I Immediately realized that I have been in Autistic burnout since the beginning of the year without understanding what was going on. It makes perfect sense considering how hectic 2023 was for me, and this spells out my issues Exactly. Thank you for posting.
Show threadEyeshineApr 12, 2024
@nickythehero i have most of these, most days. I just had to explain to someone today, in response to why I was turning down a social invitation, that even if the attendees were made up solely of the biggest loves of my life, I'd still would not want to go. (But, in that case, would of course force myself to attend because, obviously, they are the loves of my life).
Show threadK4mpfieApr 12, 2024
@nickythehero Most of these seem pretty generic or feel applicable to burnout in general.
Not saying these are wrong but I don't generally see how these wouldn't apply to neurotypical individuals aswell.
Show threadRobbert van EijndhovenApr 12, 2024

@nickythehero

I kind of think it's important to note that with the exception of 'special interests unappealing', these are also all signs of a burnout for neurotypicals.

Show threadrestoranteApr 17, 2024

@nickythehero

It is very similar with hyperarousal which I am experiencing on daily basis.

Show threadPurple  @RevisionMay 4, 2024
@nickythehero Oh! Been having all of these for over half a year now, that's probably bad 🫡