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ADHD medication
Hi everyone. so i have recently started meditation for my ADHD. Only on 30mg at the moment, but im already starting to see the effect (positively). my question to you all though os does / has the medication affected your decision making? My marriage is on the ropes, and ive been considering a trial separation? However im…
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What do autism adults do when someone else is already using the bathroom and has happen muilpte time
Hi, my name is Caitlin and i got a learning disability but struggling with my younger sister that might has autism but the thing that i been struggling with bathroom when i used sometimes the bathroom is there any traits that make a person go to the bathroom at the same when they a i was already in bathroom . My younger…
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new member, had questions about disability assessments
just like to say hello, I am Pete, 63 years old and just joined as I had questions about disability assessments and how long the decision takes to come through.
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Help with PIP appeal tribunal decision 🙏🏻
Hi, I am desperately searching for help this evening following a very difficult hour and a half PIP appeal tribunal hearing over the phone this afternoon. Please note - I DO NOT find it comfortable to speak on the phone so did ask for a paper hearing which was adjourned in December and the tribunal recommended me to opt…
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Support Worker
Hello, Not sure if this is the right category. I am Autistic, I struggle with some day to day things, like making decisions and things. I have Enhanced PIP, so that is validation for me. I recently got referred by SCOPE to the council for a support worker, I've been put forward for first contact support, but I am unsure…
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Struggling with life
I don't know what to do right now. I've got 0 support at the moment (bad friends, no family & support worker on the way). I've just been dealing with so much at the lately, briefly: * Sister kicking me out of her flat after a year of bad health and her not understanding * Living with friend for 2 months, very awkward *…
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Hi, I'm nashila! Looking for help with 9yo autistic son's outbursts.
I am a mother of two. My youngest is 3 months and my eldest is 9 years old who has been diagnosed with autism. I would love for some tips and feedback.
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Help me understand a woman with PDA and dating her
Hello, I am interested in learning more about a woman with PDA and have some questions. I have previously dated this woman, starting from July and taking a break for a couple of months. We started seeing each other again from February. I really want to understand her better, and I consider myself a very understanding,…
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I'd like an assistant dog for my autism/adhd
I have a lovely dog, and I'd like to owner train my dog to help me with my autism and adhd. My initial google search hasn't found anything. I'm 41 and live in the east midlands. So I am reaching out to the local community.
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Discussing what's acceptable with 17 yr old son
Hi I'm the mum of a 17 yr old with special abilities. I'm here because sometimes he or I need help and just knowing others out there and getting some insight in to coping strategies will help. Sometimes it gets too much. My son doesn't want to discuss his condition, not that I try to force him, but I want him to…
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Advice - Who to go with - Right To Chose ?
Hi everyone, I am seeking some advice. I am seeking an ASD diagnosis. I am considering either Axia ASD or Psychiatry UK. Does anyone have any positive/negative experiences with either of these? I am an adult female. Thanks, JimJam
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Money management support
I have had too many years of not being able to manage money due to my disabilities and mental health many times debt plans set up ect I might be ok for a bit then fall off the wagon I am trying to find a solution to this circle the social services have said because I have capacity there is nothing that they can do there is…
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Elvanse and Venlafaxine Experiences??
Hi all, I struggled for several years with my mental health and tried MANY antidepressants none of which helped, thankfully I finally got my diagnoses of autism and adhd last year (at age 38) and found an adhd med (Elvanse) that worked for me! It genuinely has improved the quality of my daily life over the last several…
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My son may have autism. Can I apply for DLA + how do I speed up the assessment process?
My son has been waiting for an assessment with the pathway for nearly 2 years now. He ia still not talking he doesn't respond to his name uses my finger to say what he wants. Suspecting it's autism he repeats what people say and lines up toys,fuss about textures and walking. He has a SEN at nursery his over 3 years old. He…
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Autism and Working
Hi my name is Jess and i have Autism. I have had quite a few part time jobs. But i don't seem to last very long. This is due to having to ask things to be repeated or discrimination. I just wanted to know how do you tell your boss/ employees that you are Autistic and how do they manage with it. Thanks hope you all have a…
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Hi, my name is Purpleribbon!
Hi am a disabled mum of 1 who is currently under spectrum assessment. New to this so if I have posted wrong.. Sorry lol I home school my daughter and it is becoming tricky as she is struggling and will not do much if any work recently 🤦🏻♀️
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Global Learning delay
My son has been diagnosed with this and autism recently . He is non verbal and struggles with communication and understanding really badly . The autism diagnosis was mentioned from early on but we had not heard of this GLD . Is it a nice way of saying he will always be mentally behind ,or something that he could…
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I was wondering if anyone could give me some advice.
Hello, I'm rather nervous about posting this but I don't really have anyone i can really talk to about this. I have autism and complex mental health issues, hence why I'm in receipt of benefits.. I'm 28 years old, and have only ever been able to sustain volunteer roles and two paid jobs with permitted work, which only…
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Advice please
Hello I'm after some advice please from other parents if possible please.we hsve just found out that my father in law has a life limiting condition.my 6 Yr old daughter whom has asd is close to him doesn't know.we would be grateful for any advice on how to broach the subject of death and dying with her for when the time…
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Proof of autism
Hi, I have autism, but the only proof u have is a diagnostic report. Do I need more proof and if so where would get it?
