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Why do my autistic meltdowns make me feel so guilty (and make my depression worse afterwards)

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I had an autistic meltdown today about spilling some boba drink I had gotten. my mom took care of me ,but after I finished the meltdown I felt so guilty and now 4 hours later my anxiety and depressiveness feels way worse. I know the guilt is because my mother told my grandparents (to keep them updated) but I don't know if the depression is a trauma response or if it's just meltdown aftermath or of I'm just overthinking

Posted May 1, 2026, 3:36 AM UTC

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