Autism and Driving: Struggles with Pedals, Proximity, and Size

Does anybody else have trouble driving because of autism? It took me 2 years to get my license because of frustration. I can't figure out how much pressure I should apply to my pedals, or how close somebody is to me, or how big my car is, etc.

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AriEden

1y ago

too much to remember, somehow allistics can just figure out what's the most important thing in every situation, I can not. also have subpar spacial abilities. it took me 3 years to drive on my own.

Madisenpai

1y ago

22 and just now wanting to learn how to drive here. I too cannot judge distances or how big the car is, or keep a constant pressure on the pedals to keep a steady speed

Marisapaige1

1y ago

Yep! I still can’t drive and I’m almost 19 😥

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