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12 Nov 2018, 2:14 am

What if my relatives are unable to form relationships because of their autism?



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12 Nov 2018, 9:25 am

Well its definitely not easy to form relationships but its not impossible ... xD



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12 Nov 2018, 9:50 am

I have been able to form friendships but, as yet, never progressed to dating.



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12 Nov 2018, 1:41 pm

Pretty much. I tend to be decent at making friends, but not keeping them.


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13 Nov 2018, 7:39 am

imdoneone wrote:
What if my relatives are unable to form relationships because of their autism?
I don't think there is much you can do except befriend them & maybe help put them in situations where they can meet others. Like invite them along when you hangout with friends, encourage them to join clubs, volunteer, or just get out more, & you could try to help set them up with someone if they want a romantic realtionship. Keep in mind thou that some people are loners who avoid this stuff maybe as a coping mechanism so there may not be much at all you can do to help them.


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14 Nov 2018, 2:35 am

You assume that a relationship is what they want. Have you asked them if dating holds any interest for them? I’m asexual (distinct from my autism) and have zero interest in being romantically involved with anyone.


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