Alexithymia: How Autistics & ADHDers Cope with Stress

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[borderedge]

Best explanation of alexithymia I’ve seen/heard! Thank you

[TruthIsTheNewH]

Holy cow it makes so much sense now. I recently in my 40s found out I'm autistic and then I came across alexithymia. For the longest time I thought maybe I had anti social personality disorder but then realized I didn't because I do actual feel emotions I just try not to show them in front of other people except my wife and kids. It makes me very uncomfortable. Its so bad I have a hard time receiving gifts, saying thank you, saying your welcome, or people telling me happy birthday. I also get very anxious at funerals. It's strange because I really enjoy giving gifts but can't stand receiving them. I guess because giving them I don't have to be very emotional. With receiving I feel like im not reacting in a way that shows that I actually appreciate the gift enough or if I do show appreciation I fear it might come off as fake or over the top even though it is sincere. I was so confused for so long. I didn't know I I was normal, if everyone felt the same. Then I realized not everyone felt the same as me. Then I was scared I had antisocial personality disorder. Then I ruled that out but still didn't have any answers until now. Thanks for bringing some clarity. Maybe some close friend can help me practice expressing emotions until I feel more comfortable. I often feel like im coming of rude even though that isn't my intention at all. It's really frustrating.