fixations

hi my name is michelle im 34 years old i was wondering how does a adult cure fixations i get fixed on certain things from computer to games to food is it bad a mother whos autisc with high function autism and has fixations does it give heer son bad habits is it thats the way it is its me and thats what i do or is therea replacement therapy for this behavior so many people woprried i fixate over things

[Dazon50]

Thank you for sharing .  Use the fixations for good.  Temple Grandin advised me to do that with my child years ago....no reason why adults can't either :-))

Setting time limits (using timer if necessary so there is a physical way of being reminded).  With food, being careful with what you buy (quantity and type) to limit if given to excess eating.  There are always ways to work with this.  Remember that nature abhors a vacumn so getting rid of something means something will take its place.

I happen to think that intensity can be used in meaningful ways such as problem-solving...it is a matter of direction and balance.
Have you read about the ways others deal with such challenges?  I don't know if you have an advisor--Doctor.  The professionals are the ones who diagnose OCD and/or Autism (Spectrum related also).

I wish you the best in working with your fixations/interests to live a satisfying life and encourage your son also.  

[shellsa]

michelle here thank you i will do that i get told if i dont time my self  my routine is off and slow for the rest  of the day idont like getting told what to do  i take thiongs the wrong way also i will do my best .i often get told what i do isnt good enough for my son etc and makes me feel bad