Internal Conflict

Part of being autistic that people don’t often talk about is the internal struggle. There’s a lot of talk about sensory sensitivities, specific likes and dislikes, avoidant behaviours, and fears. What is rarely mentioned is when these things occur in direct conflict with each other, potentially leading to significant distress. Take, for example, an autistic child who enjoys the sensory experience of swimming. They also enjoy social interaction. Their family is on a holiday, and…