Autistics and Coping skills.

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This post is actually just an experiment to see what "related topics" come up.

Someone on another thread is looking for an old thread.

But hey...if you have sumpin' to say about the subject of "autistics and coping skills" feel free to post it!

Lol!

I cope by flirting with the ladies.

Turns out I have few coping skills.

Strategies I use to help:

1. Working out social rules and sticking to them so I can get on with people OK.
2. Ear plugs and ear defenders for noisy places.
3. Audiobooks also help with overwhelming social situations becuase I can escape into the Star Wars universe or the world of Harry Potter if it gets too much.
4. If in doubt try to smile at people and explain that I'm not following them.
5. When eye contact is too difficult listen sidewase on and lift teh ear near the person higher and nod a lot as they talk. This seems to give people the feedback that they want to know that I am listening without having to hold eye contact.
6. In complex social situations ask a mature friend what to do and follow their advice.
7. Don't point out people's mistakes unless not too would be a serious risk to someone.
8. Understand that people generally don't say exactly what they mean. Most people have a more approximate approach to language than me and I can't change that.
9. Stroking a dog can realy help with stress.
10. Even if sleep is difficult get enough quiet rest time.


Hmm, that's all I can think of for now...

Jo

Eating
Drinking alcohol in social situations
Hanging out with other weirdos
Sunglasses & earplugs or white noise on mp3 player when in public
Going to a happy place in my head

Not all of these are particularly healthy

Nothing wrong with going to a Happy Place--provided this is done without drugs.

Going to social functions early so that I can situate myself and get the layout before the crowd shows up.