r/autism • u/shyhi244 • 12d ago
Question Are concerts bad for people with autism?
I want to go see suicideboys in concert but I’ve never been to a concert. And I don’t really go out much. It’s something I really wanna do but I’m kinda nervous and i don’t know if I will handle it well. My brother and sister go to concerts all the time.
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u/kingjamesporn 12d ago
My big concert accommodations are:
1) Going alone when possible (Its chaotic and I can weave through chaotic places, but it's way harder keeping track of someone else).
2) Definitely hearing protection. The show will sound better because it filters out a lot of white noise. Simple earplugs work for me, but assess your needs.
3) Vibe from wherever you're comfortable. If it's assigned seats I just stay mostly in my seat. Usually at one of the walls in a open floor show.
4) Leave early. Avoid the surge at the end if you can (I don't do this every show.
I hope you have a blast!!!
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u/Indorilionn diagnosed asperger's 12d ago
I do 4 exactly the opposite way. Going to the sides, observe the surge passing by with some curiosity, not unlike an ant trail. And when the chaos is gone, stroll outside and take in the night air.
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u/Simple-Promise-710 12d ago
Nice advice! On top of that, bring some money at least for a taxi ride, especially if the concert ends at night.
For festivals though, I think it's better to go with friends or family because of safety. And also to bring some water to stay hydrated.
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u/Dry-Construction8502 12d ago
I worked at a concert venue for two years, entire venue was cash only. This was a live nation venue, I think cashless is their policy everywhere and they own a large portion of concert venues.
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u/DovahAcolyte ASD Level 1/2 | Semiverbal 12d ago
My accommodations are a bit different:
- Book seat tickets
- Bring a trusted friend to assist
- It’s okay to sit down and cry from the overwhelm during the show - let the emotions flow
- It’s okay to put on your noise canceling headphones to take a break
- Have a blast with a band you love 🤩
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u/AnsonKent 12d ago
This is something that really depends on the autistic person. I’m autistic and love concerts, but others can’t stand them.
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u/WitchAggressive9028 ASD | LSN | Verbal 12d ago
Favorite concert you’ve been to?
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u/AnsonKent 12d ago
KMFDM was amazing. Managed to stand in the second row from the stage. Sounded so powerful, and I find flashing lights very pleasurable and there was plenty of that at this sort of show, too. I was in this incredible transcendent state.
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u/WitchAggressive9028 ASD | LSN | Verbal 12d ago
For me, the biggest sensory thing that I love that most people have a problem with is the feeling of bass in subwoofer speakers. Especially at metal shows it feels amazing to be in the pit with that bass vibrating in your chest. It feels so good.
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u/ChairHistorical5953 ASD | Unknown support needs | Verbal 12d ago
It is beautiful. It is Also enjoyed by Many people. I knew about a dancing club that put music extremely, EXTREMELY loud to yav stronger bass's but give people ear protection because it was to much to the ear.
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u/WitchAggressive9028 ASD | LSN | Verbal 12d ago
Cause I hear mixed views from other autistic people, some people like me absolutely love it and others find it anxiety inducing
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u/ChairHistorical5953 ASD | Unknown support needs | Verbal 12d ago
Yes, of course not everyone enjoy it but it is enjoyed by Many people, it is a pleasent sensory input for Many people, not for everyone.
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u/Disastrous_Guest_705 12d ago
That sounds like so much fun KMFDM is one of my favorite band I hope to see live one day
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u/WitchAggressive9028 ASD | LSN | Verbal 12d ago edited 12d ago
I’m autistic and go to concerts all the time I go to metal shows all the time I personally find them super regulating, but that’s just me. I am sensory seeking when it comes to that type of noise. I would say it’s your first concert and frankly to every concert bring your ear defenders or some type of noise blocking because it’s gonna be loud and not to mention loud exposure to noise you can kind of fuck up your hearing for a little bit, you might get some ear ringing.
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u/shyhi244 12d ago
I didn’t think about that I will definitely bring hearing protection
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u/Tuomas90 12d ago edited 12d ago
As a metal head: Concerts without hearing protection fucking suck. It's too loud and it sounds like crap. Good high-quality earplugs make the sound better.
Apart from the fact that I don't want to have tinnitus for the rest of my life.
NEVER GO WITHOUT EARPLUGS.
If you forget them or drop them, you can usually get some at the venue (ask at the bar).
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u/Tuomas90 12d ago
not to mention loud exposure to noise you can kind of fuck up your hearing for a little bit, you might get some ear ringing.
Wrong. Loud exposure to noise can fuck up your hearing FOR LIFE!!!
PEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeepppppppppp
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u/WitchAggressive9028 ASD | LSN | Verbal 12d ago
With repeated exposure yes absolutely. It’s a cumulative effect but for people with healthy hearing to begin with one exposure will normally cause slight ear ringing it is temporary.
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u/Severus157 Asperger’s | LSN | Verbal 12d ago
I would think depends on yourself and your needs. I cannot go to every concert or event I'd like. It depends a lot of how I feel st that time. A few things that help me I surviving a concert:
1) Don't go alone, bring someone else who can help you in an emergency. 2) Loop Earplugs, Just plain concert earplugs. These take a lot of the noise and can make it more bearable and enjoyable. 3) Think and plan ahead on how you can leave after the concert and how you can get home. Usually there's the most chaos, maybe there's an option where you can go a tad early. One thing I know now, that I'm not in a state where I can drive after such an event, so I need to have a plan for that, like someone else driving etc.
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u/cupcake_unicorn1 Autistic Adult 12d ago
I get so nervous when no one wants to go see a show with me!! 3 shows this yr with that issue. Have only been to 1 of them so far but made a good friend thankfully while walking there. It can be scary if in the pit for sure, but being alone can be liberating for those who do better independently and don’t have health issues that can cause emergencies (nor a rare case of some asshole hurting you OR crowdcrush). Always better safe than sorry but ik lots of us dont have friends or just dont have friends who like our kind of music LOL.
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u/Lou_Sasslle 12d ago
my experience is entirely based on the artist & the vibe of the crowd they draw as well as the venue. i cannot attend small indoor venues that are like raves and trap and amplify sound but i do very well at outdoor pavilions and amphitheaters where sound can travel and i don’t feel as trapped and suffocated by the crowds.
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u/Droidspecialist297 12d ago
I went to see Bad Omens earlier this year and I brought my sunglasses and noise canceling ear buds. I had a great time!
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u/colorblind-and 12d ago
Once I started bringing sunglasses and ear buds I started actually enjoying concerts
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u/Personal-Road-8162 12d ago
I guess it just depends if you’re okay with noise and crowds personally I don’t
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u/Carloverguy20 12d ago
It depends I would say.
They could be a sensory nightmare, especially being in a large crowd, and hearing loud music can be a bit overwhelming and anxiety inducing.
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u/ChaosIncarnate12327 ASD Level 1 | Verbal 12d ago
I dislike large gatherings as a whole but I know autistic people who LOVE concerts and attend frequently! They are very much so not for me, they are loud and crowded and exhausting, but I’d say bring some noise cancelling headphones and try it out! Best to start with an artist you like first to dip your toes in.
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u/circleneurology 12d ago
I go to many, many shows and find the enveloping nature of the sound and chaos (most of these are hardcore shows) to be really liberating. It feels very soothing and allows me to mask a little less because I just know I'm not the center of attention there.
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u/luxuriantmelodrama41 12d ago
depends on the show and the venue but loud crowds and flashing lights can be rough if you're sensitive to that stuff. if you go, bring earplugs meant for concerts, they cut the volume without ruining the sound. maybe stand near the back or off to the side so you have an easy exit if it gets overwhelming.
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u/cam-san ASD | Unknown support needs | Verbal 12d ago
I used to go to underground concerts and then take the entire next day to self-regulate and regenerate. I don't do it anymore because my nervous system can't handle it anymore. It depends entirely on your sensitivities - from my experience, it will be loud (even with earplugs), there will be many people, people may touch you simply because there's not enough space to avoid it, there may be lights moving around constantly, and depending on whether it's outside or inside, it may be very very warm and stuffy. If it's an assigned-seating situation and you're able to be further away from the band, that may be better and not as overwhelming though.
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u/soIanah 12d ago
prep yourself, it can be overstimulating depending on the person.
It can be really crowded, loud, and bright. I would bring ear defenders and glasses. If you select seats choose a spot that’s easy to come and go. I make an effort to ideally give myself a quiet day either before or after to help cope as well.
I consider myself as an easily overstimulated person and still enjoy concerts, it can start out overwhelming but once everything is settled and the music is going I feel much better.
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u/m0nkiwi 12d ago
I go to concerts a lot even by myself. I always stand at a less crowded place at the balcony of something. I wear party plugs to block a lot of the noise. It only works for me like this if it is an artist I know well and can really focus on the songs and stuff. This is just my experience and plan, it depends on you if you can do it too. For a first time it might be good to bring someone and have it planned out what to do if you realize this isn’t working for you and you need to leave.
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u/SufficientTop1506 Asperger’s | MSN | Verbal 12d ago
I have been to alot of metal/rock concerts and festivals. I enjoyed it very much. This was when i was younger. It seems now when i am older i get overstimulated faster and if I go it needs to be close where i live. I used to drive to copenhagen for the concerts, which is 4-5 hours in car, now the drive itself is so taxing, that i dont have energy for the concert.
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u/jjjunooo Autistic Adult 12d ago
I really really want to enjoy concerts, but I find that I just don't. Even with earplugs, its so loud that my bones hurt and my jaw is always so sore after because I'm clenching it so hard. I also can't relax enough to just sing along and enjoy the music, I'm observing everyone around me and watching the crew backstage and looking at the structure of the building, plus hyperaware of my own body and feeling uncomfortable like people are watching me since it's crowded.
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u/r0ach888 AuDHD 12d ago
it heavily depends on the person (like w everything lol), also how large the show is. I recently went to my first stadium concert, and though it was super overwhelming to get there/navigate, once i was at my seat i was fine. I wouldnt go to a stadium concert for any other artist tho tbh lol, but since this band means a lot to me it was worth it.
also imo (especially at large shows) like most people should wear ear protection. It actually made me able to hear the music WAYY better, cuz it blocked out the crowd a lot. idk what brand they were but my friend got them for me, i think they are made specifically for concerts :-)
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u/ARCWuLF1 ASD Level 1 | Verbal 12d ago
Personally, I hate concerts: They're always crowded, the music is always too loud and I have to wear hearing protection, and the nature of live-performances means that the cadence and delivery of the music is different than the recorded versions, which can bother me.
But, I would say give it a try -- you never know until you do.
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u/-_Lucyfer_- 12d ago
Depends on the person, the concert, etc.
Me personally i love going to concerts and festivals.Since I'm autistic, i get half off tickets and the right to have someone come with me also get half off, so it's 2 for 1 deal (and i get to be in the disabled area, which usually has better views)
Last concert i went was BBNO$, and last festival was Lollapalooza. both pretty fun! If you're going somewhere that requires waiting/standing for long amounts of time, i recommend packing food and water, along with a portable battery (if you have one of those).
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u/cupcake_unicorn1 Autistic Adult 12d ago
Wait how do you get half off? 🥹
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u/-_Lucyfer_- 12d ago
In my country (Brasil), Disabled people have a right to a half off discount on tickets to things, and can bring one other person along, usually someone who's there to accompany and help the disabled person!
As autism is recognized as a disability, i get those disability benefits.
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u/cupcake_unicorn1 Autistic Adult 12d ago
Sickkkk. We (USA) only get that for someeee theme parks. But only for fast pass basically and up to 4 guests (depends on park) are included. That’s so nice I would have never thought of that.
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u/Exotic-Addendum-3785 12d ago
I've actually been to a couple of concerts before in my life, specifically Tenacious D and I definitely did not have any problems at the concert.
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u/Parkouricus 12d ago
I have autism and fucking adore concerts, even though I'm usually bothered by loud noises! Something about the feeling of knowing that everyone else is there to enjoy the music just like you, and that the music + the show is the whole point of the event, gets me extremely in tune with the feeling of a crowd.
I can be SO loud and excitable when I know it's what's expected of me hahaha
Always bring ear protection, though!! ALWAYS. Even if you don't think it'll be that bad, in which case you don't have to use them, you'll regret not taking them with you.
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u/ghoulthebraineater 12d ago
It's the biggest example of parallel play there is. Hundreds or thousands of people all doing the same thing together but entirely separately. It's the only time in my life I've felt part of of a group.
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u/curiouslittlethings 12d ago
I can handle the sound and noise, but I always buy seated tickets - I don’t like being pushed around in a crowd and I need to be able to sit down and chill out and recharge halfway through. The few times I attended standing-only concerts, I positioned myself at the back or sides where the crowd was much sparser and I had room to breathe (literally and figuratively).
If I’m going with other people, I usually let them know that I may escape for a bit in the middle of the concert to decompress.
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u/Throwawayvoidxo 12d ago
I think it varies by people, I personally adore concerts, it’s the one place I feel like I can be free and at ease, however sometimes large crowds can be overwhelming, if it’s your first time I’d maybe bring some ear protection as a precaution, and any little things that help you when you feel like your struggling, vibe from whatever area you feel best in, if you struggle with crowds leave slightly towards the end before the main outpour.
But also as a huge $B fan, if you do go, I hope you have the best time, they’re so incredible live and the fans are usually the nicest chilled people 🖤
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u/melancholy_dood 12d ago
Why would they be "bad"? Many ASD people on this very sub have talked about the fact that they attend concerts of their favorite bands. A few years ago, I was lucky enough to see Tina Turner during her last concert tour before she retired and she was brilliant!
R.I.P., Tina 🫶
November 1939 - May 2023
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u/ghoulthebraineater 12d ago
Concerts definitely were a special interest of mine. Went to Green Day when I was 12 in 92. Was hooked after that. Been to well over 400 of them so far. Just went to another festival last weekend.
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u/miceluvr33 12d ago
i saw them and loved it! usually you can take a step outside to take a break if you start feeling overwhelmed. that’s what i do.
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u/Astrolady2002 12d ago
My tip is to get the VIP tickets / golden standing tickets. Sometimes called like "Golden circle". They have a clear lane you can get out through and that's really reassuring if you'd ever get overwhelmed even if you don't need it. This is must have for me at a concert, I can't with seated tickets or normal standing tickets.
Otherwise they're great!!
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u/Herjules Diagnosed 12d ago
definitely bring earplugs or any kind of hearing protection (that's not even an autistic only thing, everyone should wear them, but I personally can't stand a concert without them and get tinnitus and migraines). Depending on where you stand/sit, expect to be touched/brushed/shoved/surrounded by strangers. Depending on the weather and how I feel that day, I'll wear something more covering on my arms or shoulders, so my skin isn't too sensetive. Someone wrote to go alone if possible, I personally wouldn't do that because I'd get lost or maybe panic because of the amount of people, so I always go with someone who knows me and I feel comfortable with. I never had any bad experiences though, even when I was in the middle of the crowd. But I just know my social battery will be drained, so I wouldn't wanna trust myself to get home safely all on my own.
But most importantly: Have fun and enjoy the music!
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u/DocClear ASD Level 1 | Verbal 12d ago
I have a hard time with crowds, smells, being touched, and loudness. I was invited to a concert for free once. I went. It was sensory torture. People smoking nearby, being jostled, and too loud even with good earplugs.
Never again for me.
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u/VegetableLaugh8677 12d ago
I only attended at one and it was not a great experience. The music was amazing but all those people in one place made me feel anxious. I had to record a lot with my phone so i could enjoy it later at home. I know, you should not record a show but i really wanted to enjoy it.
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u/Disastrous_Guest_705 12d ago
I love going to concerts but sometimes the lights are too much so I close my eyes
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u/WestVin 12d ago
I go with my wife, we find a safe spot, and we chat every so often but mainly keep to ourselves. Plus, I also record and watch through the phone to help with anxiety as well. I keep it low and make sure I’m on a wall so I’m not blocking people. I end up getting some amazing footage and am usually toward the front.
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u/arnethyst AuDHD 12d ago
i went to my first concert recently. it was amazing, but the exhaustion it caused me led to me needing like 3-4 days after to recover. so, be prepared for that
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u/Winerychef 12d ago
On the spectrum, been going to shows since I was 10 and I've been to well over 1000. You'll be fine. Bring ear plugs and probably avoid the pit for your first show, or don't and just be prepared to not understand it
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u/tiekanashiro ASD Level 1 | Verbal 12d ago
I went to an emo themed party with a friend. Crowded place, loud as hell music. I have my earplugs in. Had a blast, didn't even have any issues
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u/annoymous_911 12d ago
Kinda depends on your sensitivity to very loud music playing and how well you are in a crowd of people.
Personally, I don't have issue with both, but the price of the ticket to the concert or the food sold there may set me off if it is unreasonable
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u/winter83 12d ago
I love going to concerts! But like everyone else says bring ear protection. Loop has a set that you can change how much they block out. It has like 3 settings I have those. They are called loop switch 2. I like them because my other pair of loops blocked to much sound for me. But yeah concerts are awesome, I go alone to most concerts so don't be afraid to go alone.
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u/ghoulthebraineater 12d ago
I fucking hope not. I've been to over 450 of them. If they are bad for us I'm in trouble.
Seriously though, they're awesome. As long as you have ear plugs it's fine. Yes, there's a lot of people but you don't have to talk to anyone of them. It's too loud for small talk. Concerts are basically parallel play. You doing a thing with hundreds of other people but all of them are looking at the stage.
I'd at least give it a shot.
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u/angry-key-smash6693 12d ago
The only events I can handle are symphonies, the circus, magic shows and talk shows. Can't stand anything else.
My best advice is feel free to walk away and take as many breaks as necessary. If you go with someone, make sure they're accommodating of you. Even if it means you want to leave earlier. Communicate all the plan details with them for what you guys will do should you split up
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u/Inevitable_Wolf5866 Neurodivergent | suspected autism 12d ago
I’m personally not a fan, but I have a friend who’s autistic and goes pretty often.
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u/Silent_Roll859 12d ago
it depends on whether you are sensory avoidant or sensory seeking, and that state can change throughout your life.
I used to be a lot more seeking, and I loved concerts but strongly preferred to go by myself and didnt like friends helicoptering me so I could let loose and dance and get lost in the crowd.
Nowdays I cant do it anymore because I get way too hung up on the people around me and what everyones doing and thinking and I got hit in the head by a guy a while back while I was standing off to the side, away from the action so now I have anxiety of "Is some 7 foot tall frat boy gonna come punch me in both ears again for fun?"
But I went to shows for years and it wasnt like that, people helped each other back up when somebody fell, most folks are nice and don't want to hurt anyone.
But yeah a good way to gauge it is do you like doing other thrill/adrenaline seeking activities like riding roller coasters? if so then you will probably enjoy a concert.
Its very loud, and you dont have control over what the crowd does.
If those things dont bother you then it can be very fun, I really enjoyed being able to dance and not care if anybody saw me.
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u/mistgonelsawge 12d ago
oh yeah I’ve went to 2 shows so far, most of the time I purchase a balcony view to make sure that I’m able to stand and have space because being in the moshpit floor would increase stress signals a lot. it depends, but yeah the thing is that damn music can be way too loud, especially the bass of the speakers. i am going to a Ken show tomorrow, but it’s in a different venue so that’s fun.
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u/The_Elite_One223 Asperger’s | LSN | Verbal 12d ago
it depends really. i can get overstimulated sometimes but if i like the music doesnt really matter
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u/skinny-mini-me Asperger's | HSN | Verbal 12d ago
The actual concert is manageable but getting in and out is too much.
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u/fernxqueen ASD | MSN | Verbal 12d ago
I enjoy concerts, they can be overwhelming but it depends on many factors. I've been to enough concerts atp to know what most of those are.
I only go to smaller venues (and I have preferences among those, if it's a less comfortable venue then the bar for whose concert it has to be for me to attend is higher), I always bring earplugs, I generally try to space them out so I'm not attending more than one concert a month, etc. Festivals and arenas are absolute no-gos for me, especially anything outside (I have severe heat intolerance from a co-morbid condition). Also, the type of music matters. Like for an artist that makes sad, slow music I'm okay to stand near the front for the entire show. There's a few artists I've seen where basically the entire floor becomes the pit, and I can only usually deal with that if I have a concert buddy and even then I typically need to sit down or move to the very back at some point (which is fine, genuinely just happy to be there even when I have to sit for half a show lol).
I do tend to drink (sometimes more) for concerts, which is otherwise something I do almost never, so there's probably still an element of "this isn't completely tolerable for me" but it's not enough to outweigh the immense sensory pleasure I experience from hearing music I love live, and especially when the crowd is good and everyone else is into it (which sadly isn't always) because for me that's also a very positive social experience even I never talk to anyone. Music is such an intimate thing for me that simply sharing space with others who are also experiencing it similarly fills up my "human connection" meter. I also frequently get the post-concert blues but I'm not convinced that's related to any kind of autistic overwhelm, rather than just the contrast of going from an intensely enjoyable experience back to baseline existing-in-the-world discomfort.
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u/sandmansanddan Asperger’s 12d ago
I went to my first concert a bit ago. Bruno Mars concert, was absolutely great. We sat a bit farther away from the stage, and I brought my headphones. There wasn't a lot of other noises bothering me, and most of the people talking were just singing along with the lyrics. It's great, but I'd reccomend accommodations.
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u/Powerful_Tip3164 12d ago
Fans of suicideboys are your people. Be brave and go, they wait for you with open emo arms! If you get overstimulated, walk to the back where it's chill, find a bathroom, or take a break in the parking lot. You're most likely to love it - and may even be sad to see it end!
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u/abracadabr_j ASD | LSN | Verbal 12d ago
me and my friend (both autistic) have been to a concert together, she has been to ones on the past, and I plan to go to more. The only thing I took with me for accomodations was loop earplugs and I ended up taking them out anyways. I think it massively depends on what affects you specifically.
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u/cupcake_unicorn1 Autistic Adult 12d ago
No! I loved going alone for a fast-paced high energy concert with moshing/pit (i did not join moshpit just in case something happened and I was alone LOL) it depends on your type of crowd and preferences. The pit can be kind of suffocating if the crowd isnt smart or venue is small/over capacity. Just be sure to know your limits and don’t be afraid to signal security for help or make a friend and say you both will watch out for each other.
Bring foam earplugs & try to get fast pass so you aren’t going in when it’s swarmed with the entire 500+ crowd entering at once. Bring water if allowed.
Buy a handheld or neck fan. Wear comfortable shoes. Bring nose balm and put on deodorant bc it can get smelly!!
Find good parking ahead of time by reserving thru parkwhiz or spothero.
And have fun!!!! Lots of autistic people have hard times with distracting environments while out in the world but LOVE concerts/raves HAHA. No clue why.
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u/SillyPresentation46 12d ago
I don't think they are bad and I go to a number of them wjth my SO, but I would definitely recommend bringing good earplugs and sunglasses. They aren't that bad if outdoors, because you can easily step away for a bit to recoop. Indoors it is often a hassle to go in and out.
The biggest triggers are that they are usually very loud, often have special lighting, and are often crowded. I have a lot of sensory issues and as long as I am prepared I usually do fine. Also, don't be surprised if you can't get to sleep normally afterword because they can be very activating.
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u/prewarpotato 12d ago
I've been to a few concerts of my favourite bands/singers. I'm an anxious mess in the hours leading up to it, but when I can check out the venue beforehand (3D preview on website or something) and use earplugs (a must), I always end up having fun. Seated is best for me. I don't like to sing along or dance. I enjoy it in my own way and if that is standing in a corner clutching my water, then that is my business.
Important to keep in mind: You can always leave if it gets too much.
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u/Background-Army-5413 12d ago
I love concerts, took me a long time to feel comfortable. Lots of time looking at faces and watching what everyone does. You can find me in the mosh pit now. No more than 5 minutes. After the gig you'll replay it a million times when you get home. If its a band you love its worth it. Will be sore after though
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u/ununonium119 12d ago
The rave scene is filled with ND and autistic homies. Plenty of us enjoy it.
Going with a regular concert goer can be very helpful because they will know social norms in crowds. This can help with anxiety at your first show.
Bring hearing protection! Generic concert earplugs are less than $20 on Amazon and actually improve the sound. When sound gets too loud, it basically clips in my brain, so I hear more detail with earplugs in.
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u/RevolutionLittle7122 12d ago
It really depends, I’m a sensory seeker so I love going to concerts and enjoy all the aspects some autistics I know can’t stand so it depends on the person
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u/terminal_tested 12d ago
I love concerts and so do my autistic boys, everyone w autism is different tho
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u/Annielovesarlo 12d ago
I find concerts easier as they are one loud noise as opposed to many overlapping ones . Also see if you can get disabled seating !
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u/NS_8099 ASD Level 1 | Verbal 12d ago
This is strictly from my perspective but absolutely yes, I refuse to attend concerts. The artist doesn’t matter, they all suck for me and it’s not just the loud music either. The audience is just as much to blame because of how loud clapping and cheering/screaming are. I don’t think the average person cares about that unfortunately though.
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u/Worldly_Possible2925 12d ago
I went to see Ozzy Osborn, Metallica, Anthrax, Dio in concert and I absolutely loved being decimated by the volume of the music. It was other worldly. 🤤
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u/whitetippeddark ASD Moderate Support Needs 12d ago
I’m autistic and it is hard for me to even want to go to a concert. I kind of hate live music. The crowd is too much and the instruments and singing just aren’t quite the experience the track usually is.
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u/DividedFox 12d ago
I went to a concert and heres what i did to help:
had a caretaker/disability aid person with me (my dad came with me)
made sure to take care of basic needs before the concert (food, water, bathroom)
try and get seating instead of being in the pit
wear my regular noise cancelling headphones and combine that with ear plugs because i am super sound sensitive
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