We all know that sharing a living space can be tricky, especially when it comes to the sacred territory of the fridge. But what happens when respect for personal space collides with basic hygiene? Meet our storyteller, a 25-year-old woman, and her roommate, Jeff, a 25-year-old autistic man. They share a kitchen, a living room, and a whole lot of tension. Let’s dive into this domestic drama, where rotten food becomes the catalyst for a full-blown roommate showdown.
Meet the Roommates: A Tale of Two Fridges

The Kitchen Conundrum: A Recipe for Disaster ️

The Perishable Problem: A Cold Case

The Moldy Misunderstanding: A Fridge Full of Frustration

The Rancid Return: A Stinky Surprise

The Biohazard Breakdown: A Fridge Fiasco

The Clean-Up Confrontation: A Battle of Boundaries

The Autistic Argument: A Clash of Needs

The Silent Standoff: A Chilly Conclusion ❄️

The Aftermath: A Quest for Cleanliness ️

The Mini Fridge Solution: A Cold Compromise

The Unresolved Update: A Fridge Still in Flux

The Family Factor: A Call for Help

The Nonperishable Plan: A Cooking Compromise

A Fridge Full of Drama: When Roommate Rules Meet Rotten Food
When it comes to roommate rules, where do we draw the line? Our storyteller found herself in a stinky situation when her roommate Jeff, who is autistic, left perishable food to rot in their shared fridge. Despite her pleas, Jeff insisted on his personal boundaries, leading to a biohazard of a breakdown. The tension boiled over into a heated argument, leaving both parties in a cold standoff. Despite efforts to find a solution, the fridge fiasco remains unresolved. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this frosty feud… ❄️
Autism isn’t an excuse for a biohazard fridge. NTA, move out!

Roommate drama over boundaries and preferences: NTA vs Autistic roommate

NTA. Autisms not an excuse for creating rot and health hazards in communal areas. Time to get a mini fridge and keep the rotting food contained to his room if he wants it so bad.
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NTA. Roommate’s laziness caused biohazard. He ate out, ignoring fridge.

NTA. Engaging solution for a messy roommate: cleaning schedule and routines

NTA: How do you let food/the fridge get so bad?

Autism doesn’t justify biohazards. NTA! Safety first
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NTA. Roommate’s unsafe fridge habits need a serious discussion

NTA. Set boundaries for a clean and healthy living environment

NTA. Roommate using autism as excuse. Time for new roommate.

NTA. Prioritize your health and find a new roommate ASAP!

NTA. Stand your ground and prioritize your health and safety!
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Get your own mini fridge or find a new roommate!

♂️ Don’t let food rot ruin your friendship! Set boundaries firmly.

Putting mental health first, but not at the expense of safety

Taking care of a health issue he created

Stand up for your food! NTA, it’s a communal fridge

NTA. Roommate’s hoarding and Autism make it a tough situation. Move out.

NTA: Roommate’s behavior is disgusting. Throw them out!

NTA: Rotten chicken in shared fridge – danger and stench

No one should tolerate rotting food at home. NTA!

Finding a compromise with an autistic roommate for a clean fridge

NTA. Jeff needs to find his own place

Avoid a biohazard disaster! Get your roommate a mini fridge!
