Anyone else have a problem with alcohol?
I have a really bad relationship with alcohol because of how it 'switches off' some of my autistic traits. I discovered this when I went to uni - if I drink enough to get tipsy, it's like neurotypical simulator. I don't get stressed by background noise, I'm not overthinking everything, I'm not so fucking depressed and empty feeling, and I can actually socialise and get along with people. I still can't make eye contact but hey, the rest is pretty good.
It's led me to be a pretty heavy drinker, especially in social situations. I'm really trying to cut down but it's so difficult for me. I love being drunk, and I love the freedom I feel when I drink