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ASD/ADHD and Right to Choose
Did you know you can choose who you get assessed by for autism and ADHD through the NHS if you're in England? With waiting lists hitting record highs over over 3 years for an NHS assessment, I thought I should highlight a way of cutting years off that wait that I've used myself. NHS Right to Choose basically means you have…
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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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Help for my 20-year-old son who won't leave the house
Hi I'm after advice on my 20 yr old adopted son who has mental health/ anxiety issues and won't leave the house to get any help! He left school aged 14 as wouldn't go out. He's been under CAMHS until 18 but now won't go out at all! I suspect he is on the autistic spectrum as does have traits but he feeling highly anxious…
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I feel really let down by the system.
Hi, I have already posted on here about applying for jobs and being autistic. (I don't disclose that I'm autistic or anything). I was a carer for my mum for 9 years until her death, so... I've never really been in paid employment except 4 months last year from May 2024 - September 2024 which was a cleaning job but due to…
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Can I ask for a re assessment
hi all I recently had my asd assessment and I’m not happy, can I ask to be re referred before getting the outcome? I know the long wait so don’t want to delay anymore than 8 have to by waiting
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Autism/Depression
I just wanted to ask anyone who has Autism. Do any of the people who have Autism get depression? Sorry for interrupting again.
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Emotions after ASD assessment
Hello All, Following two telephone discussions with a clinical psychologist, I had my first face to face evaluation towards (or not) a diagnosis of ASD. I went as my awful self. I didn't struggle to mask. The experience was very positive and I came home happy, although physically exhausted and in a lot of pain. Today, I…
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Coventry Grid for Adults?
My therapist has asked me to look at the Coventry Grid, in relation to ADHD, CPTSD, Sensory Issues, Attachment disorder etc. I can't find it anywhere online that isn't behind a paywall, does anyone have any idea where I can find it online? Thanks
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Autistic experiences of Christianity
Hi I am diagnosed with autism with several level 2 needs. and my sensory seems to be level 3 at times to me. I am a Christian and autistic and was looking to have a chat to others about that here but didn’t see any posts. I intend also to discuss about my autism. I thought I would link to other autistic Christians…
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Question for autistic adults
hi Quick question i recently had my assessments and next week I have a video link to tell me if I’m autistic or not, they said question is it’s 30 min appointment which seems a bit long to tell me I am autistic so I’m panicking that it’s 30 mins so they tell me I’m not autistic but that maybe I’m anxious How long was…
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Autism
Hi , please could someone kindly answer my question on what basis autism is diagnosed in an adult and what kind of doctor performs such a diagnosis? Thank you
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EHCP assessment advice
hi all, My son has severe ADHD and been accepted for an EHCP assessment. He is medicated effectively for his education only and takes it only for school, and the medication does significantly improve his ADHD symptoms to allow him to be able to sit still in class and he presents with less symptoms. I asked his SENCO if I…
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Hi, I am Jorj! My wonderful 7-year-old daughter is on the autism spectrum.
My wonderful 7-year-old daughter is on the autism spectrum. Just here to connect and maybe share experiences with others.
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How to safeguard PDA risk curious 13 year old
Hi there. I have a 13 year old child diagnosed autistic PDA. She strives for autonomy and freedom. She is risk curious (alcohol, maybe more). She is social and goes out with friends. I feel she is very vulnerable. Communication between us is up and down. I don't think she tells the truth, but also don't know if I am just…
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Pediatric long wait time
My sons been waiting years for an appointment first 1 was the 3rd Dec now had a letter got 2 wait another 6 months for next appointment its ridiculous
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Child ADHD assessment
Hi to all! I am I’m trying to get some help and answers about a big issue that I am having . Please to all of you, give me your opinion and thoughts and if you can help i would really appreciate it. I am a mum of four. My third child now 11 he has always been super active since he was little. Having said that I have never…
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Hi, my name is liludallas! My son is 18 autistic. He rarely leaves the house.
I know it's been a few years since you wrote about your son. I have the same situation. My son is 18 autistic. He's very smart but can not show it on work so college seems a long shot. He tells me all the time he's leaving( nobody has told him to leave) but he never does. I don't know maybe he will one day but my thoughts…
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Going downhill a bit...
Hi everyone, thank you for accepting me to the group. I am really struggling with my Autism at the moment. I live alone and normally venture out to see my parents twice a week but do get dressed and check the post and occasionally venture out to get milk etc. I was unwell during the Christmas period both physically and…
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Looking for a career coach for my partner who specialises in neurodivergence and the tech industry
Hi all! My partner is fairly recently diagnosed with ADHD and Autism and has been having a really tough time at work for the past 2-3 years. He works as a developer and his employers have been very unsupportive while he's been struggling/getting diagnosis. He has recently returned back to work after an extended period of…
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Hi, my name is GNicolaou! My daughter who is on the autism spectrum and diagnosed with ADHD
Hi there- I am here on behalf of my daughter who is on the autism spectrum and also diagnosed with ADHD as well as several other physical conditions. We were refused PIP previously however our consultant suggested that we should apply within the autism community to seek advice as my daughter is more than eligible for…
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Late Autism Assessment Issue - Is it true...
Female, 50s, diagnosed ADHD. No living family, NO friends childhood or otherwise. Having had the assessment recently, I have been told it will be difficult to diagnosed me without input from someone who knows me. Is this true? I only have my daughter who I have heavily masked to my whole life, so she is (hopefully) unaware…
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Autism child dla
High I have mentioned the DLA award high rate care needs which I agree with the mobility award I did not agree the award is 10 years The motility part I sent clear evidence of the challenges out side on a journey a school letter a echp plan previous to this at play school This was picked up at 3 years old and had to limit…
