My DD is 13 and is a lovely, clever and considerate girl but she has some ASD traits and can come across as a bit different - and maybe even slightly annoying in some situations. This means she has never been “popular” but has always managed to make some friends and developed some close friendships in primary school.
In secondary school she became close to a girl but got “ditched” for someone else who became that girl’s best friend. She has a small circle of friends fortunately but it feels like she is always on the edge of it. For example, she will get invited to parties and occasional group outings but she is very aware that there isn’t anyone who considers her a special friend. She also does a regular activity outside of school and is friendly with some of the girls but is also on the periphery. I feel so sad for her.
Is this something that just happens sometimes?