Anxiety can significantly impact someone who is autistic, often intertwining with the sensory sensitivities, social challenges, and need for a routine that many autistic individuals experience. The heightened sensitivity to environmental stimuli, such as loud noises or bright lights, can trigger or exacerbate anxiety, leading to overwhelming feelings of distress.

Depression can significantly impact someone who is autistic, often manifesting differently than in neurotypical individuals. Autistic people may experience heightened sensitivity to sensory stimuli, social difficulties, and challenges in communication, all of which can exacerbate feelings of isolation and anxiety, leading to depression.