i have trouble reaching out to people now, because of all the times i tried to and got burned. like when my sister called my SI 'stupid', or when i went to the school counselor and he basically ignored me like i didn't say anything. i don't tell anyone now unless i know for sure they get where i'm coming from, because so many people just don't understand, or else they're not prepared to hear what i have to say. it's very isolating. sorry i don't have anything in the way of advice, just that i know what you mean.