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Adult ADHD assessments Wales
Hi any members had the unfortunate situation of trying to get an ADHD diagnosis as an adult? my partner has been treated with contempt and gas lighted by Cwm Coch our Aneurin bevan health board secondary mental health division, after her Autism diagnosis 2 years ago it was mentioned that they thought she was ADHD as well.…
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Hi, my name is mellymoo50! I have just had my phone-call assessment for ADHD
Hi all, Melanie here. I have just had my phone-call assessment for ADHD so wish me luck. Already diagnosed with dyslexia, undiagnosed ADHD but diagnosis in the pipeline. At this stage I am not holding my breath though as have read some horror stories online. I am 51 as she the statistics show that only 2% of over 50s are…
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Hi, my name is Janners! It would be nice to talk to other dyspraxic adults
Good to join you`, I've been dyspraxic all my life, only diagnosed age 40. Being ancient, at Primary school I was considered lazy clumsy and stupid, there was much surprise when I passed 11plus, similarly g.c.c.e.'s Work in an office was a nightmare, I did eventually enjoy work as a film extra and forum moderator. I'm so…
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ABA Therapy for adults with autisum
Hello, I am looking for ABA Therapy for my son has autisum with learning difficulties . Please advise if you know any one who does homebased Therapy. thank you raxa
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Cognitive deficiencies
Following my legal case with adult social services I am looking for a specialist organisation or individual who can deal with the cognitive deficiencies arising from having learning difficulties. Such cognitive deficiencies would include struggles with information processing, speed and retrieval, working memory, etc. Do…
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Meltdowns
Today I think I had a meltdown or it maybe something else. I had to ring housing office and the guy was rude and wasn't listening to me. I felt useless after the phone call that I took my keyboard and smashed it. I kept hitting it of the bed-frame, keys came flying off and I completely broke the board in to pieces. I then…
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#NowIknow
Please ignore if this is too longwinded. But, I wanted to share something that has been quite emotional and eye opening to me today on my autism course. Lots of characteristics the parents talk about in their kids has taken me back to my childhood over the weeks. And even stuff I do now tbh. Like feeling more comfortable…
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Hi, my name is cakeandglitter!
Hi to all! I found this forum whilst looking for ideas/advice to help my youngest child around mealtimes (undergoing ASD assessment), but have ended up reading lots of posts and completely diverting off track!
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Adult autism assessment can anyone HELP!!!
Can anyone help I’ve recently had an autism assessment however the assessor said I was autistic but as my parent did want to give much information and is against the diognosis I’ve been left without a formal diognosis which has left me with only one option which is private which I can’t afford because of cost can anyone…
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How to get a formal diagnosis of autism?
Can anyone help I’ve recently had an autism assessment however the assessor said I was autistic but as my parent did want to give much information and is against the diognosis I’ve been left without a formal diognosis which has left me with only one option which is private which I can’t afford because of cost can anyone…
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Adult parent with Asperger's syndrome
Hello! I am new to this community, seeking advice and support from people who understand the difficulties I have had growing up, and having a relationship with my adult father who has autism.
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parent and child with suspected ASD
Hi, My son has an EHCP which states that techniques for ASD are effective (or something like that) but no formal diagnosis. And I think my own issues fit ASD also. I guess my question is whether others have found themselves in a similar situation, questioning themselves after their children are diagnosed, or having a…
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Hi everybody, I am getting to know my brain more and I think I need some support.
I am 24 years old, and I got diagnosed with dyspraxia and dyslexia earlier this year. I've found it incredibly hard to accept my disability and also navigate it. I was wondering if anyone had any resources where I can ask for some guidance or advice from a professional.
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Struggling to work and support my daughter who is awaiting an ASD assessment.
I have a daughter soon to be 18 who is in the middle of an ASD assessment. We have seen one person so far and are now waiting on an appointment to see the paediatrician. She has a weather phobia that primarily makes her anxious and when she has a meltdown she expresses autism traits. When this happens I talk to her and…
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Hey I’m Rosie. I went to the GP for autism, but I think they're assessing me for ADHD
Well, I’ve finally got to the point where I might have my assessment and I go to the patient portal to fill in some forms on a website called physiciatry I’m ( let me know if you’ve been through these) and it came up with ADHD forms?! I went to the doctor for autism not ADHD could they have changed my diagnosis? Even after…
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How long does it take to confirm chosen new school on EHCP
Hi, I have named my daughters new school I would like her to attend today. I was just wondering if any one has any idea on how long it takes for them to get back to you to let you know if your child has a space there or not? I wondered if there was a deadline they have to get back to you by. Thank you
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Looking for help for my daughter's boyfriend.
Hi. I'm asking for information regarding my daughter's boyfriend. He has Asperger's / autism (diagnosed) and is struggling to get along in life. He is 22 years old and his own family doesn't help much and haven't gotten him the help he's needed in the past. He lives with his grandparents who are selling up and have told…
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ADHD / Autistic young adult - help
Hi everyone I am wondering if anyone else is in or has been in this position, I am struggling with how to handle this, quite a long completed history but will try and keep it short. My is now 24, diagnosed ADHD/ PDA / autistic traits at 13, he was on medication at school because he was having extreme difficulties but took…
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Education for autistic children
Hi, My 15 year old son was just diagnosed with autism....he has dropped out of school a few months ago and we are struggling to find an appropriate school...any recommendations? thank you
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Sen co observing son in nursery
I’ve been told by the nursery teacher that she has concerns about my 4 year old son. We spoke about them briefly a few weeks ago and I asked outright was she hinting at autism. The answer was yes but it was too soon to say apparently and she also can’t diagnose. She mentioned his inability to share, transition from 1…
