How to cope with depression from Someone on the Spectrum
I'm not a professional but I have helped people before. There are days when my depression and anxiety is too much for me . On those days I have suicidal thoughts but I don't want to end my life. Over the years ,I have constructed a little toolbox to help me. I talk to the people I trust but before I do that I write down what I'm feeling . I used to illustrate how I feel but sometimes I have a hard time controlling the pencil or pen in my hand. Another coping skill I use is talking to trusted adults at my school. Sometimes you just need a hug too. Hug a family member and pets count too.
My brother who is non verbal but speaks a little bit will often notice that I look sad so he comes up to me and asks if I need a hug and other times he'll stand on his chair and wrap his arms around me. He also plays games with me as well as one of the many people who can put a smile on my face.
I also update my friends with how I'm doing because friends are like family . I have this friend who everyday tells me on either instagram or messenger how much I matter ,which I can't say how helpful it's been. Despite everything I've been through this past year , It feels great to have someone you can turn to and just vent it all out .
The only times that I'd draw things is if it was for class or I was doing my weekly tattoo on my wrist. Here is one of my designs. I have my semi-colon and underneath is 5 black balloons. The five balloons means many things but it was mostly inspired by my favorite rapper NF . Music is also a good remedy , I listen to artists who have gone through what I kinda go through . Laughter is also the best medicine.
My brother who is non verbal but speaks a little bit will often notice that I look sad so he comes up to me and asks if I need a hug and other times he'll stand on his chair and wrap his arms around me. He also plays games with me as well as one of the many people who can put a smile on my face.
I also update my friends with how I'm doing because friends are like family . I have this friend who everyday tells me on either instagram or messenger how much I matter ,which I can't say how helpful it's been. Despite everything I've been through this past year , It feels great to have someone you can turn to and just vent it all out .
The only times that I'd draw things is if it was for class or I was doing my weekly tattoo on my wrist. Here is one of my designs. I have my semi-colon and underneath is 5 black balloons. The five balloons means many things but it was mostly inspired by my favorite rapper NF . Music is also a good remedy , I listen to artists who have gone through what I kinda go through . Laughter is also the best medicine.
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