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Autism and loneliness
bristolborn
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New on here, recently moved to south Wales, son of 37, autistic and Sturge Webber syndrome. Lives sort of independently. He is suffering from bad loneliness. He can't drive. Any pointers to finding ways he can make new friends would be helpful
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I've had a quick look through the site and am seeing, frankly, less than I had hoped for. It's about 2:40 am, however, so I may not be functioning at my best. Just as a starting point - not to send you away
Whilst waiting, hopefully, for an answer from you I will make some enquiries of my own and see what I can find for you here.
Warmest best wishes to you,
Richard
Sorry to hear that your son is suffering from loneliness- I've moved this post into our ASD discussions where other community members are more likely to see it. Our community champion @MJDean recently wrote a great piece on ASD and isolation which you may like to read, too. Do let us know if we can be of any assistance!
Still here and still listening, if that's any use to you,
Warmest best wishes,
Richard
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