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24 paź 2020 · For autistic people, alcohol can mean a complete loss of self-control, as we find our thoughts are slowed down, our memories hazy and, worst of all, we can become trapped by strangers who are talking about football.
11 sie 2024 · 1. Autistic individuals can experience alcohol’s effects differently due to sensory sensitivities and neurological differences. 2. Alcohol can impact social interaction, executive functioning, and co-occurring conditions like anxiety in unique ways for people with autism. 3.
7 lip 2021 · The limited existing research on substance use including alcohol use in autistic adults has yielded mixed findings, with some studies concluding that autism reduces the likelihood of substance use and others suggesting that autism may increase an individual’s risk for substance misuse.
7 lip 2015 · Low prevalence of substance-use disorder has been reported in adults with autism. However, on a superficial level, adults with high-functioning autism (HFA) display a ‘normal’ façade when they drink alcohol, which may explain why their alcohol dependency is not better diagnosed.
Impaired Social Functioning. Social communication difficulties are a core feature of autism. Alcohol’s impact on social interactions and judgment can pose challenges for individuals with autism, as it may hinder their ability to navigate social situations effectively.
17 lut 2021 · Abstract. Autism spectrum disorder has often been assumed to be a protective factor against substance use, yet the extent of substance use in this population has been difficult to determine as limited research has been done on these interacting variables.
1 lis 2021 · Autism can have an enormous impact on alcohol use and recovery. In this blog, Chelsey Flood discusses her experiences of drinking and of 12 step support. She writes about the importance of providing recovery support that allows people with neurological differences to be comfortable and authentic to themselves.
