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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…
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Hi, I'm Trebor1981! I have ADHD and am starting a non-profit business to help others
Hello all am new to all this but this is something I am doing to search for support in what I am going to be doing in very near future I mean next week or two so after long hard effort put into this after years of no support and got this far on my own let’s start with I wasn’t dealt the greatest of hands growing up also…
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Hi, my name is Signhere! I have a learning difficulty that affects my everyday life
I discovered that I have a learning difficulty that affects my everyday life. Do you guys know any psychological specialist that I can go to about it? I find planning and processing difficult and it would be good if there are professionals or organisations that can aid me in understanding myself more.
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Interested in hearing how other people who have been diagnosed with ADHD late in life are coping
Hello. I’m recently diagnosed with ADHD. I’ve managed my life up until this point with no support or medication. Next year I will be 50. I’m interested in hearing how other people who have been diagnosed late in life have and/or are coping. I have spent a lifetime allowing people to make me wrong because of my condition. I…
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To anyone reading this
Hello I just wanted to put this on here regardless of whether your neurodiverse or supporting a loved one whom is neurodiverse you are all amazing strong people whom every day navigate life with courage and determination,although it may not feel like it you are all superheros in your own individual ways and although we all…
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ADHD...coping with inner chatter and distraction
The Light & the Rhythm.Thoughts enter, doubt and pain unite them…in a flash, I am plunged into judgement. They’re here in my mind like a storm on the horizon beckoning my attention, teasing and toying with my vulnerability, crushing my ego into dust. Suddenly I’m exposed, a child, lost and bearing my soul desperately…
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Shared experiences for musical about autism. Have you felt anxious in social situations?
For the last few years I have been writing and developing a musical about my experiences of being autistic. I am at the stage of editing the current version, and I really want to know about some other people's experiences to make it as realistic and relatable as possible. Can anyone tell me any examples of times in social…
