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Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) and coping skills.
Have you ever been told you overreact or are "too sensitive"? There's a chance you may suffer from a condition known as RSD, or rejection sensitivity dysphoria, which is very common among the neurodiverse. Please note this is not to be confused with "Rejection sensitivity" which is a separate condition, but equally…
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Pathological Demand Avoidance
Imagine you're at a party, and there's a particularly lively guest who seems to masterfully avoid doing anything remotely helpful, like tidying up. They might distract you with a funny story, negotiate their way out of it by offering to get you a drink, or simply disappear at the first opportune moment. Well, in the world…
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Hi, my name is Julia247! How to overcome barriers with other parents?
Hi, I’m a Grandma, looking for ways to support my family with a child with AuDHD in mainstream. In addition to supporting their child, they face lack of understanding from other parents. Has anyone successfully overcome these barriers and educated the school community? The teachers are excellent, it is the wider, negative…
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no longer got appointed person for autism assessment
hi everyone. so i have an adult autism assessment for myself (25F) on wednesday via microsoft teams video call with psicon. however, i no longer have an appointed person (they’ve completely ghosted me and i can’t contact them) and im scared there wont be an outcome for me because im alone, i dont have parents (fully cut…
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ADHD Autism
Watching this podcast was like a "breath of fresh air" for me I felt this was a very good breakdown of what it feels like "when no one understands you" OR worse, you find it difficult to even understand yourself….🌞 After watching this I feel less alone with my thoughts and feelings and hope it may help others too💚 Sharing…
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Experience of first autism assessment, felt like a benefit assessment.
So me and my sister were there, and my other sister came in towards the end of the call. From the start he was trying to dismiss it, he opened with he doesnt understand why there has been a referral, tried to say it might be ADHD, but then later tried to pass everything off as basic depression anxiety. He got so aggressive…
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Hi, my name is christopher24! Any online courses to understand my autistic son?
i would like to learn more about autism to be able to understand my 3 year old son is there any online courses
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Hi, my name is starwars65! Upset over argument with my sister
I had a argumentIt’s with my sister who is my power-of-attorney accuse me of doing stuff behind my Support providers Back back which has caused me to be very upset being autistic.( the argument was over the phone)
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Sensitivity to wearing a tie.. any ideas?
Hi, A friend I know who has autism has to attend court. They really hate wearing ties as they find anything tight or heavy around their neck hard to cope with. They find it hard to understand the importance of looking smart, which they really need to do so.. Resistant as well to getting an haircut, or a suit etc. Any ideas…
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A man autistic wears a military hat, gets alot of abuse {moderator removed} why?
So he is wearing the hat to honor someone in his family that died in military conflict. He loves animals. He is law abiding. Its not always clear that he is autistic. He is good looking. Is this social justice in action? {removed by moderator} Are they threatened by his hat and perhaps his perceived political stance? Why…
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Severe anxiety around returning to work
Hi all. So I’ve been off work since march due to physical health and my mental health. I am due to return middle of the month next month and I am so so terrified and I don’t know where to turn to, who to talk to about it. I work for a charity and there really isn’t a mental health worker or anyone per se I can talk to.…
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Legal issues - Discrimination/Reasonable Adjustments/Data Breach
Hello all - Firstly forgive me if I haven't put this in the right section, it only seemed the one appropriate considering my Autism. I think I have posted about this before on here, but I am having trouble getting the right advice from other forums or even an answer at all! I am currently undergoing time with Probation,…
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Hi, my name is CoastDad! Sharing experiences and learning from others
I'm a parent of two teenage boys, both navigating SEND needs, including autism and related medical challenges. A big part of my life at the moment is supporting them through education, EHCP processes, and the transition into post-16 life, including college and future opportunities. Alongside that, I’m also on my own…
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constant mouthing
Hi I am working with a four year old little girl with lots of sensory issues and learning difficulties. She either has her hands constantly in her mouth biting on them or is chewing on anything she finds around. We have tried a chewelry bracelet with no success. Does anyone have any suggestions please. Thanks
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PIP appointee and problems
My son is 19. His Universal credit (including LCWRA) goes into his own bank account and he spends it all in 2 days on cannabis and lending money to friends. His PIP goes to my bank account and is kept in a separate account. That's used for when he needs a taxi, phone bill, clothes, vapes, daily expenses etc. He's got very…
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ADHD Medication
This discussion was created from comments split from: Another Donald Trump assassination attempt.
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Leaving the house.
Hi, I'm a 23 year old diagnosed Autistic person. I tend to stay in the house a lot because that's where all my comfort items are and where everything is predictable but I end up staying weeks to months at home and I struggle to physically turn up at university. I still get the work done it's just my physical presence is…
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Autism Acceptance Month April 2026
This month, we're supporting Autism Acceptance Month and we hope you'll join us! Autism is a lifelong neurodivergence that is characterised by different ways of thinking, feeling, and communicating. Social & Sensory Experience: Socialising can be confusing or exhausting, and busy environments can lead to sensory overload.…
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Disabilities causing suicidal thoughts
I have several disabilities and I’m unable to work which makes me feel so useless and worthless. I’ve tried to get help with mental health from so many places over the years and they’ve all been unhelpful. I’ve ran out of hope and options and don’t want to be here suffering anymore. My life has no structure and purpose and…
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Leeds group for women with learning disabilities and autism
Led by Women's Health Matters, they have taster sessions: • Monday 13 April - Feeling Safe • Monday 20 April - Good Friends • Monday 27 April - Building Self Esteem
