My Roommate Has Social Issues

TXLabRat
Mon, 04 Sep 2017 23:16:58 +0000

The roommate sounds like my kid. He may have Asperger’s Syndrome, a type of high-functioning autism. Google the term and see if it sounds similar to your friend’s behavior. If so, he is not likely to just “get over it” and he’s not “shy”. Be kind and friendly. Include him in things that interest him. Ask for his parents’ phone numbers and give yours to him for emergencies. I bet your roommate knows he is “different” already, if he does have AS. He may benefit from support by the campus disabilities office, such as help with scheduling his day and requesting extra time to take exams. You can refer him to on campus offices. Reach out to his parents. Treat him as you want to be treated. You don’t have to be a martyr to be helpful.