Suicide because of anxiety, no friends or relationships, lack of money and job. Agoraphobia and OCD keeping them away from doctors. Homelessness. Medication problems and side effects. Yeah I believe this statistic.
My husband is going to be 70 on his next birthday. Still going strong! He has some health issues, but we take good care of them. We love him and all his quirks dearly, maybe that makes the difference?
I have just been diagnosed with cancer at 48 and am not sad about the idea of dying before 50. Being autistic is so hard and I can't imagine a happy future. 😕✌️
I’ve just been diagnosed with Autism back in August 2023 at the age of 37. I’ve tried taking my life on 3 separate occasions throughout my life due to breakdowns. The first attempt being when I was a child. I can understand why suicide is such a big factor in this alarming statistic as when I was diagnosed, I haven’t had any support provided as the NHS are so ill-equipped when it comes to Autism for higher functioning late diagnosed adults. I’ve been doing my own research to try and learn more about who I actually am. Watching channels like this and reading books have helped me answer some of the questions I have but there’s still such a long way to go. I feel like the neurotypically dominated world would prefer I wasn’t part of it if I try to be the real me. It’s so sad feeling this way. The ignorance towards me regarding my Autism at times makes me sick. I suffer from severe anxiety and it’s screwing with my nervous system too so when I go to pick up a glass of water in the kitchen, I get a momentary dizziness and it feels like vertigo. I’ve broken several glasses as a result when washing up. I’m finding it all torture as I feel like I could lose my beautiful neurotypical wife too because I’m just a burden on her with my condition. Your channel is amazing. Keep the content coming 😊
You Matter and Life is precious 💕🙏💕. You are a blessing to your family and others. “You are Loved” by Josh Groban, “ Strong” by Anne Wilson, “Hold On” by Katy, “I was Lost now I am Found “ by Natalie and Corey, “You Raise Me Up” by Josh Groban are songs that help me realize I am not alone in this world. I am trying to help my son who is not accepting of his diagnosis. I know I have tendencies. I am heartbroken 💔. There is no help for people 25 years and older. I am going to find out how to start an organization to help others. My faith helps me remain strong. You Matter. Sending Love and Prayers of Protection-Psalm 91 for you and your family 💕🙏💕. God bless you and your family.
@@robinrihalopez Thank you so much. I wish you every success in your quest to help others. I am trying to deal with my diagnosis one day at a time. I have my good days and my bad days. There’s a lot of my past that I’m not proud of and it upsets me. Knowing why I made a lot of the decisions I did now due to my Autism, it makes me feel like I can move on from the past. May god bless you 🙏
@@Scotsman-On-The-Spectrum One day at a time my friend. The past is over. The future not yet born to us. Live in the present and know your life is precious. We are all Warriors and “Together We Make a Difference.” God loves you and so does your family 💕🙏💕. You are strong and you will do great things. Be patient with yourself and just breathe. You are loved and your life matters💕.
Hi @derekedmond1086 I'm so sorry you went through all of that. Thank you so much for recommending all of this. I will talk to my daughter n we'll give it a try. Hope you're well and please take care of yourself ❤
@@dawnrobertson3067 Always glad to share any advice that can help. I’m only a message away if you need any advice. I’m happy to share any of my experiences with your daughter if it helps her too as it’s really tough. She will get there if she opens up. I promise you ❤️
Sad but true. I know how real for all struggles for everyone on the spectrum are facing. I learned more about this. I still wish for life to be a lot more easier these days.
not surprised, as a group we trouble finding and keeping jobs even with college educations, so we are less financially secure, then we also tend to have trouble with relationships and social networks, so more likely to be isolated and alone. not a good combo for long life.
Yes. I feel so stressed all of my life so I doubt more and more often I couldn't make my 50.😢 I can't live peacefully. Other people make my life chaos and hell because I am codependent and now can't live on my own....😢 They assume I am weak so they tease me whole the time...
@@turtleanton6539😢Imagine being treated bad most of your life for who you are. Because your brain works differently and you are more focused on things than other people. Because people hurt you more than sharp scissors. You try to befriend but you are rejected.
This touched my heart. I think you’re as important as Elon Musk in changing the world for the better in ways that are truly meaningful. Seriously! You have no idea how profound your help has been for my world! I’m confident there are plenty of others who may not speak out but feel the same way. I wish you everything good Dan! Thank you for all you do ❤
Some professionals in ASD aren't even aware that this IS a reality... Depression and dark thoughts, domestic accidents, stress, heavy psychiatry medications and other psychiatry mistreatments, run aways and even kidnapping, drowning, ... People should be more aware about that especially since this concerns every type of au tism.
I was diagnosed over 20 years ago in school with Aspergers Syndrome. I'm currently age 38 and feel as though I have the capability to live and work up until my mid to late 70's considering my reasonably positive approach to diet, exercise and work. I'm disappointed to hear of a shorter life expectancy for Autistics / Aspergers seeing how we're all part of the same human race.
My friend is about ready to celebrate his 70th birthday 🎂. Also, Family member having difficulty🥲Heartbroken 💔. Awareness needs to be raised for individuals 25 and over. Friends are so important. Love to all. 💕💕🙏💕💕.
Friends are often evil they often do bad things such as stealing from you and bullying you along with other horrors. It's better to be by yourself and have hobbies and interests instead.
I mean I hope so. 40 now and opening eyes every morning realizing you're still going is like, ugh... Can't imagine putting up with all of this until 50 or even 60.
Really? Well I may not know what its like to be not the autism spectrum but I do have anxiety issues and I was able to talk to many people when I was younger and even this year but lately , my sleep schedule has been a wreck , I ditched almost all my old friends entirely for personal reasons and I'm still coping with trying to confess to my crush. I feel slightly depressed / bored ( only when I have nothing to do tho ) , sad (when I think about the past and people in the past) and curious as to where I'm gonna be in the next 70 years , I know for certain that I'll live a long life and have a long life expectancy but the main thing getting to me right now in life is : Loneliness But anyways I sort of rambled on there for a tad bit too long,anyways I hope you keep going and never give up. for the future 😄
I have been bullyied so many years that I sometimes think that there are no friendly or at least neutrale people. I believe in Jesus and that is why I want tot live no matter what. In my youth I had addictions but I am proud tot be sober and clean for over 15 years. Thank you for great worm, Daniel
I was working as a construction laborer / carpenter last year and I experienced all these issues. Along with chronic bullying that made me feel unsafe physically that had me abusing a anabolic substance called RAD-140 which has messed with my psyche a bit not good not bad just different but fucked up that some 18 year old kid who just wanted to make a good living and maybe some friends has been turned into a misanthrope who doesn’t have any faith in people and now sees them as an means to an end. Hopefully il be able to get into real estate I have no purpose in life far as people I never bonded with my family at all they kinda just excluded me from stuff, I wanna make a lot of money and have a lot of power. I don’t know if anyone else is in the same boat but if you are good luck your gonna need it.
This breaks my heart. And reading a lot of the comments people have made is so sad. I'm AuDHD n just found out in my 40s. Im now 46. But my daughter who is also AuDHD has just turned 16. She's been feeling suicidal since she was 13. She was diagnosed with autism spectrum condition at age 4 and a half. Then ADHD and OCD at 11. Her mental health has really deteriorated the last few years. It's so hard for her. She says she doesn't want to exist anymore and that life is too hard. She's in a great high school that really meets her needs yet she still struggles so much. It's the worst thing in the world cos I don't know how to help her. Thinking how bad she already feels in her teens. God knows how she'll cope in adulthood. It really worries and scares me to think about it.
ASD man dxd in his 40's here (I still like the terms 'high functioning', 'hfasd' and 'aspie' because they make me feel more accurate to the distinction but I understand why they want to remove the terms) - and yeah it hasn't been the easiest. Especially parenting with my kids and not understanding my pretty severe meltdowns, general weirdness, etc. so it was really hard not to think I was just a POS (didn't help that my Dad always called me things like that growing up because I never operated to his standards, but I think he may also be a bit autistic and totally undiagnosed as he had some similar behaviors as me...). Anyhow (sorry for the tangent, I do that alot) something that helped me *immensely* with my self-worth the last couple years was reading and applying as best as I am able, was both reading Kamal Ravikant's "Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It" (please consider giving it to your daughter and maybe you will love it as well) and getting into/practicing Neville Goddard. Specifically I tried Neville Goddard's "Ladder Exercise" AND IT WORKED 💪. I've since gone to apply it to many things in life and I promise you even if you think it's cheesy woo-woo 'too good to be true' bs, if you put it to the test as Neville says and even try it out of pure desire to prove me wrong (take it as a challenge) you will very quickly begin to develop an entirely new outlook on life. Our minds really do have a lot to do (maybe everything) with how our experience plays out, and I urge anyone who's willing - even if they don't believe it a tiny bit (maybe even especially then) to test it and see. It will change your world. (Neville was a famous dancer and New Thought speaker/author in the early 1900s and all of his books and lectures are available freely online - there is a lot of material available but I would recommend 'The Law & The Promise' as a good place to start, and then '5 lectures' to continue *but please, please try the Ladder Exercise even if just to be able to prove me wrong!
I’m sort to hear this Dawn. Having attempted suicide 3 times in my life and the first as a child, I can honestly say that leading up to those points, I was in the worst place I’ve been mentally. Sit your daughter down and let her know that you are there as her friend aswell as her Mum. One of the greatest deterrents of suicidal thoughts is talking about triggers and anxiety that is bringing it on. Everyday is a battle mentally for me to not stray off the road I’m on. I know that I’m only a trauma away from another mental breakdown and it’s scary. It breaks my heart reading stories like yours and knowing that there are so many the very same. I am having to learn who I am at 37. It’s so difficult as my wife doesn’t understand me and I’m terrified I’ll lose her oneday as a result of my Autism as she’s neurotypical. I wish you the best of luck for the future for both yourself and your daughter 😊
Hi @JustMe-ty2rp I'm so sorry you had to have these negative experiences. And that your dad spoke to you like this. No-one deserves that. Thanks for all the great advice for my daughter. Hope you're well and please take care of yourself ❤.
Hi @derekedmond1086 I'm sorry that you have struggled with suicidality. Especially since childhood. That's so difficult. My daughter n I have a close relationship n I tell her a lot that I'll always be there for her. I hope you're wife finally understands you and all that you go through. That must be so lonely for both of you. Take care of yourself and all the best in the future ❤.
@@dawnrobertson3067 Thank you Dawn. I appreciate your kind comments. It’ll take time but I think my wife will get to understanding me more through time. Just keep your daughter reassured of the fact she can open up to you. Remind her that it’s ok to not be ok. There’s no shame admitting to needing help. I swallowed my pride with that one a while ago. It is part of my evolution as a neurodivergent. I pray for you and your daughter. I hope she finds inner peace and strength ❤️
You should do a video spreading awareness around the recent scientific findings here in the U.S. about the suicidal statistics amongst diagnosed and un-diagnosed adults, I didn't do too much extensive research on the topic myself other than just reading a brief article but I know you're an expert when it comes to the research Dan so ill leave that part up to you lol, love from the U.S. mate 🙏💯
I do think that claim is possibly stupid. I met very few autistic people that are in their 40s and 60s, I thought it was people with Down Syndrome or Cerebal Palsy die young. Not to sound ignorant but I guess that changes depending on their health.
This isn't accounting for low functioning cases, which have been known for a while to have a reduced life expectancy, IIRC, Asperger's (when it was a thing) cases had average lifespans.
I thought the average age an autistic person was around 54, also coming from some study. Me, 51 next month, diagnosed with Asperger's and feel things get harder and harder the older I get. Like a never ending up hill struggle that just doesn't end..so exhausting.. Greetings from Netherland
I attempted before my diagnosis and got help the second time I felt that way, I lacked so much in many ways, and felt I wasn't worthy of life especially living in confusion, life issues causes plenty of using tissues. I got psychological help to get my diagnosis which savede
You guys should experiment with Sulfurophane or Bovine Colostrum. Both can help with anxiety, and ticks and unlike cannabis, you'll remain mentally aware
I'm only here because I have furbabies. I'm responsible for them and I love them so much. I would never abandon them. But sometimes I think..I wish I stepped out of this dimension before I adopted them.
Perhaps ASD people over maybe 40/50 were not diagnosed, not even aware of the condition and were just the ‘strange’ ‘quirky’ and ‘eccentrics’ that were more able to adapt in an older more simple society. I wonder if some of the creative geniuses from the past would have thrived today with all the connective technologies. Or would it be too overwhelming to thrive? Today’s society could potentially be the reason for this statistic.
Maybe the high functioning ones were called quirky, but getting the right diagnosis as a woman has been a journey of many misdiagnosed ’labels’ in many of my late diagnosed peers. Many doctors preferred ‘personality disorder’, ‘bipolar’, etc perceived from their POV instead of figuring out what went on on the inside. I was told I was ‘just very sad’ for years, even though as a woman with ASD I’ve been severely abused, bullied and excluded from society and for that alone C-PTSD should have been the right label for those symptoms, but MD’s don’t listen very well and only look out for labels they are familiar with. I think the numbers for the undiagnosed untimely deaths were just statistically added to the numbers from the other labels that were frequently used for women with undiagnosed ASD.
I'm so sorry, but may I ask you all something? I have autism and mutism. You may not believe it, but I might starve to death next month 'cuz I have no income and no money. I hesitate to ask this, but could someone help me? This time, I commented on Dan's video as a desperate measure. I'm very sorry for the personal matter.
@@martinkaczynski8526 Are you still a child? Do you have a PayPal account or credit card? If you are a child, you do not need to force yourself to donate to me.
