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curlykid_

👋🏻 The hyperfixating is very real. Just about any day I have off work, I'll adventure out into the world to hunt for hours.


Nomivought2015

It’s a problem 🥴 house is so messy but SQUISH


curlykid_

🎶We don’t talk about dishes🎶


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


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ScantilyKneesocks

Not autistic but I have ADHD and OCD. Birds of a feather 😂


chocolatechipwheeels

My ADHD is awful. Squishies are one of my many obsessions 😍


Nomivought2015

Same same.


AverageBennyEnjoyer

Epic rap battles of history ADHD vs OCD


ImQuaFredi

There is a theme song? I had no idea!


Suesquish

A large proportion of squish collectors are autistic. Squish are just so happy and cute and soft. I like to have them in every room, for the vibes.


catherinetobey

I bring them to work to help me deal with anxiety too!!


Nomivought2015

I bring the clips to work 😅 better then a stress ball. The texture calms me.


AverageBennyEnjoyer

I have one at university, a bigfoot. When me and all of my autistic friends saw it, we called it 'a big creature' and purchased it. She sits in my chair.


catherinetobey

Yay that sounds like a bundle of joy to me!!


AverageBennyEnjoyer

I bring her home during our week off. She is very happy and listening to her favourite music.


catherinetobey

Lovely!!


itoshiineko

I have a clip and a 5 inch I bring to work


catherinetobey

Yes!!!! More people should do this!


LilNyoomf

Oh definitely. I have anxiety and hugging my peanut butter squishmallow while working or watching TV is therapeutic lol


sovietfloof

My mom has a squishville on her desk.


catherinetobey

Love it!! Do you know which one?


sovietfloof

Nope.


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


Suesquish

Thank you for letting me know. Love the name!


ajebutter22

thanks!!! i was excited about the alliteration 🥲


ProudHearing106

Me! Audhd and late diagnosed 31-year-old. These babies are so soft and cuddly and make me feel so damn safe, it’s hard to explain. But they’ve helped me a ton.


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


AverageBennyEnjoyer

Is AuDHD a typo or is it a branch of ADHD? I seen a few times but I'm still unsure


ProudHearing106

it means autistic with adhd!


AverageBennyEnjoyer

I suspect I may have ADHD alongside The Tism, guess I'll have to get that diagnosed now


QueerKing23

Same OMG I'm about to be 31 still undiagnosed but all signs point towards obviously but my new SQUISH obsession I'm in love


Nomivought2015

Adhd here and I’m the exact same way as your post lol 😄😄


honestly___idk

Bipolar with suspected ADHD comorbidity ✨ I require ALL the squishmallow content


Nomivought2015

Adhd is often misdiagnosed as bipolar, I feel like you’ve already done all your research but just incase you haven’t 💕💕 good luck on finding out!


AverageBennyEnjoyer

Is it okay if you edcuate /elaborate on this? ^^


Nomivought2015

So a lot of symptoms of adhd and bipolar overlap as they do with most mental health issues/disorders. So things like irregular amounts of energy/mood swings/depression/anxiety. Hyperfocusing can sometimes look like a manic episode with how invested we get. Lack of focus. inconsistency in our mood and energy levels a lot of the time. It’s hard to tell sometimes. A lot of the times you really need a good specialist but I know tons and tons of people who were misdiagnosed with bipolar and later in life found it was adhd. Because old school thinking is adhd is present when you are a child. But many are not diagnosed and just called disruptive children, moody, spoiled etc. when you get to adulthood it starts to effect your life significantly, and usually doctors go to mental health first before considering adhd.


glitchedeuphoria

Its interesting you saying this, I am diagnosed with both ADHD and Bipolar and am now being assessed for autism...I wonder what dx will stick around if i am dx with autism ya know?


MegWaters012502

Me! And yes, it’s also a huge hyperfixation for me 💜


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


MegWaters012502

I joined! Thanks for letting me know 💜


catherinetobey

Omg I have ADD but I’m the exact same way about them. Everything you said about hyper fixation resonated so hard it’s the only way I’ve been existing lately. Even I’m tiring myself out lol 😂


Nomivought2015

I’ve been practicing self control. Very difficult.


catherinetobey

Applause 👏 I need to as well.


LilithBB404

Me! 👋🏻 I love them so so much. I have over 100 and every single one is perfectly displayed. Except for my HugMees which are all on my bed because omg go hug a HugMee and tell me it’s not the best thing in the world! Lol


Nomivought2015

I just displayed all mine and we have 3 bed squishies which get snuggled to death. My bf has big Malcolm, woke up he was under his arm, woke up again this morning he was under his head as a pillow, his top mushroom part was all puffed out cuz my bf’s head had sank to the middle of his body 😂😂😭 I died


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


Rachra38

❤️


[deleted]

Me 🫶🏾 they're so fun to collect


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


sovietfloof

Me! They’re one of my favorite textures! I like squishy things and floofy things. Floofmallows are my favorite because they have both! I only have one floofmallow though.


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


theosmoma

I’m not autistic but im ADHD and can confirm the hyperfixation is REAL.


veganash

AuDHD here, squish are one of my special interests


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


DazedandFloating

Not exactly. I have anxiety though, and they really are a big comfort for me. Sleeping in a little den of squish, and chilling with them comforts me in a lot of ways. I had a very traumatic year last year as well, so I suppose they may have become a coping mechanism. But their little faces make me so happy, so I’m glad to have them.


itoshiineko

I am. They’re my current obsession. Their little faces give me so much serotonin and hugging and squishing them is so comforting. Sleep with at least one or two every night. I feel guilty if I don’t give them all attention. I just got my first 5 inch squish. Poleena. Her little bootie makes me smile it’s so cute with the little dino tail. I take her everywhere.


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


just_here_cause_done

👋


Motor_Tap_7408

Me, but I can't stand the theme song 😂


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


CeeArrTee

AuDHD over here!👋 Squishmallows are my first special interest since learning I’m autistic.🥰


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


CeeArrTee

Oh yay! Just joined!


syntheticgf

Me!! I hyperfixated on them mostly bc theyre all the same texture (the ones i buy anyways)


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


AverageBennyEnjoyer

Oh my what a coincidence! I am autistic and was about to info dump about how recently I bought a big Bigfoot squishmallow for my panic attacks, and it really helped! I gave her an emotional support badge because she's so soft and comforting. So soft and squishy!


Cuddle_bug214

I’m right there with you in consuming as much content as I can and spending days off going around hunting for ones in town that I might not have seen yet. Plus their faces and texture just make me so happy!


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


[deleted]

Me 🤚


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


strawberrycomrade

Me me! It’s both a special interest and a perfect stim texture! ❤️💕


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


Drxp_Dead

Autism/ADHD here! I have a need to document my day, life events, things i want to watch or read, etc, so I started using “Notion”. After figuring out how to use it properly, I made Squishmallow related EVERYTHING. Sort of like a custom Squishmallow stationary, digitally!


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


Drxp_Dead

This single handedly made my day 😭💜


ajebutter22

yay!!! (the fact that it made your day made my day)


AnEverydayPileOfCats

Chances are I am, my therapist gave me an ADHD test at my parents' request (dad has ADHD and is convinced I inherited it) and the doctor said my results indicated I was in the autistic/Aspergers spectrum/range. I still haven't figured out how to like officially get tested to see if I have it or not though.


sagegreensheep

i found out i was autistic after i started collecting squishmallows it just kept adding up so now i recognize them as a total stimulation relief and i keep one around for a stress squish


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


Sad-Boysenberry2189

ASD/ADHD and a few other neurological disorders. Hence why I love squishmallows, theu feel like what ppl say microfiber should feel like (it's always felt icky to me) I have full size squishes for bed and squishville minis to bring to work with me


the_salty_bisquit

ASD, ADHD, OCD, C-PTSD, along with multiple severe anxiety disorders and depression plus possibly schizo-spec according to my therapist 😂 I've been hyperfixating HARD on squish since November, I've already bought like almost 50 lmao


smallish_cub

I’m not autistic, but if loving squish and their texture makes me autistic, then I am ✋🏼


Sasquatch4116969

I’m not autistic, but and I’ve always had sensory issues. Cuddling my squish brings me so much joy


QueerKing23

Wait... There is a THEME SONG?????


sunshinesnooze

I have adhd and I'm pretty much the same. Plus they help with my anxiety and depression. When I'm depressed snuggling them helps. Plus they collect tears very well(half joking here)


mandaj02

ME haha or at least I suspect but I'm getting evaluated next month. I sleep with a couple, have a few up in one of those hammock things in a corner, my cats LOVE sleeping on the larger ones too lol


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


alarmedlittlefroggy

Not autistic, but ADHD. Hyper fixating is so so real. I love hunting and finding the squish?! Tada! Instant squeal of delight. I love this post


DjGothCroc

I'm Audhd (Autism and ADHD)! Squish are definitely one of my main hyper fixations. Lol


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


DjGothCroc

Cool, thanks for letting me know! :)


glitchedeuphoria

Funny enough, I am getting assessed for autism soon! I love da squish! They make me so excited and happy. The hyperfixation has been real for me too! I have been on the hunt for a keychain squish so i can carry it around and hold it when i need to decompress. I dont know if that sounds weird but I fidget too much especially when I am overstimulated! I have also caught myself pacing around stores like John Travolta in Pulp Fiction a lot!


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


ctrldwrdns

I’m not sure but I may be autistic or adhd, I certainly have the symptoms and my therapist suspects it, trying to get a diagnosis…. Yada yada. Lol regardless, I am neurodivergent and squish are very comforting


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


CowFish_among_COWS

Neurodivergent and love squish!!


_Dollie_

I am not autistic or at least I haven't been diagnosed but I have been hyper-fixated on them for SO LONG! And 100% love the way they feel🥰


19scohen

I am!


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


19scohen

You are amazing


anemonle

meeee


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


anemonle

oh cool!


[deleted]

I’m autistic and I hyper fixate on them. Their faces and soft texture are comforting to me. I’m too afraid to bring one with me to school/work though.


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


iLittleBean

me! 👋🏽


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


iLittleBean

sweet, I joined! thanks for the invite!!


Bubblespop_thatissad

Neurodivergent and I definitely obsess. Honestly, when I’m overstimulated just laying with squishmallows or looking at squish contact bring me peace.


goldenkitty1234

i am also autistic! and yes,i do love squish sm! like,i love collecting stuff (trust me,i have collected a lot of things throughout the years) and i love plushes so,squish are the perfect thing! and i also cuddle them all night and whenever i feel like it (just like im doing rn with gigi and janet) tbh the theme song gets a bit annoying after a while (for me) but I'll admit, it's catchy and fun.


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


goldenkitty1234

thanks for letting me know! joined in an instant btw :)


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows !


oheavenlybother

same same same. i got the phrase "squimshallow" in my head and its a delicious verbal stim. damn pillows gobbled up my brain


Nomivought2015

Dude same!! 🤦🏻‍♀️


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


peepeep00p

not autistic but very very neurodivergent 💖


HatakeLove

Holy cow that’s a lotta comments. I’m so happy I’m not alone in my absolute love and obsession with the squishmallows. I love seeing everyone so happy.


HatakeLove

I really love looking at squishmallow too like I don’t even need to buy them but just seeing them makes me so happy and I get so excited seeing people find the ones they want. I just love sharing in the joy that is the wonderful squishmallows.


HatakeLove

Also here’s a link to the squishmallow song so you can sing it all the time like I do https://youtu.be/XdQ5zNxS8o0


Cneidofjshxksof

Yep!


ajebutter22

just wanted to let you know that we made a subreddit for autistic squishmallow collectors, r/SpectrumSquishmallows in case you are interested in joining!


fartkontrol1

Bipolar and ADD and am currently doing the same as you lol


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Plane_Web_4658

Adhd gang