“I’m feeling really stressed because of this report I have due. I’d like to be left alone to work for a while. " “When you teased me about my bald spot, I felt upset. It’s kind of a sore spot for me. Please don’t tease me about it. " “I know you mean well, but I’m not really looking for advice right now. I just need to vent. "
She may need time to rest or stim after a difficult situation, such as a noisy building or family gathering. There may be certain things she cannot handle, such as hugs from behind or kiss marks on her cheek (which she might wipe off—it’s nothing against you personally!).
Talk to her gently, under the assumption that she didn’t know what she did wrong. Many times autistic people don’t realize that they’ve committed a social offence.
In general, autistic people tend to be fair, logical, nonjudgmental, compassionate, and capable of thinking outside the box. Your girlfriend may be a fantastic problem solver.
