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Support service for adult in the higher end of the autistic spectrum. Any suggestions?
I am under the care of adult social services. I, and social services, are looking for a support service, or individual support person, who can support an adult at the higher end of the autistic spectrum, i.e, myself. Do you have any suggestions?
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Hi, my name is Tyree424! My gandson rips his socks daily. How can I ease this habit?
My grandson is autistic and he rips his socks daily, what can I do to ease the his habit of partaking in that ?
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Getting people PAST the disability to give me a CHANCE at anything!
Dear Violet.. I've got Cerebral Palsy, Hydrocephalus, Caetextia and Asperger's as well. They come out in my face/ physique, let's face it, I could be one of Santa's Little Helpers no questions asked! THAT'S what's always killed me in Life. In others' eyes I'm Harpic (clean round the bend), Shrek, Monster man, Hellboy, I'll…
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I am suspected autistic
Hello all, My GP suspects I may have autism. My crisis team believe I have autistic traits but it doesn’t always lead to a diagnosis. What is your experience?
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Newly diagnosed at 32 years old!
Hi Trying to find a community or support. I have always known I have ASD as my family history is full of autistic people and knew deep down that I probably had the same but out of fear didn't want the assessment. Only when covid hit and everything went online did I feel ready to take that step. I now have my diagnosis as…
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Weighted Blankets (Autistic Adult)
Anyone used a weighted blanket? Specifically Kuddly, but interested in any. I’m interested in some feedback as to what you thought of them, effectiveness etc as considering getting one.
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ADHD assessment - question about diagnosis
Hi there, I've just been referred for an adult ADHD assessment. I know waiting times are long and I'm wondering how certain I can be that I have ADHD based on the questionnaire's used by the GP and the online tests I've done? Is it common for the assessment to show you don't in fact have ADHD after all? I want to do lots…
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Autism and employment
Hi, I’m a 16-year-old girl who has lots of autistic traits I’m waiting for an assessment. I recently left school I wanted to get a part-time job to keep a routine. I’ve started a job at a CAFE but I’m struggling with the social aspect I find myself masking in order to deliver ‘good’ customer service ie.small talk, eye…
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School holiday support
Hello everyone. I am new here. My daughter has just turned 4 years old and has been diagnosed with global development delay, autism, sensory processing challenges and pica. We have an EHCP in place and she will be soon starting at a school for additional needs. My question is around what support is available for the school…
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Adult ADHD and concentration...
I do not wish to exclude anyone but as I see my psychiatrist tomorrow at 10 am I would like to know of those who share my diagnosis, if their medication has helped them concentrate (I do not wish to pry, I am NOT asking for such medication detail!). Mine has reduced my anxiety but I still end the day having drifted from…
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How to choose somewhere for private diagnosis
Hello, I am 45 female and suspect I may have autism and possibly adhd. I spoke to my GP who is doing me a referral letter, but looking into waiting lists for the NHS it looks like it will be at least 2 - 3 years. I have funds for a private assessment but I have no idea what to look for. The GP said to look for someone that…
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I think my daughter has autism
Hello, my lovely daughter is 8 years old. I have been fighting for nearly 3 years trying to get her an assessment ( drs said it was schools responsibility, school promised twice they had sent referral then turned out they hadn’t) I know in my heart something is wrong but not sure what. She has now been referred but I’m…
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Hi, my name is sbanstead! These last few weeks have been traumatic
For most of my life, I knew I was different from a neurotypical society. As a child, I was diagnosed with Dyspraxia after having difficulties communicating. Throughout my schooling I received little to no support from my teachers and a lack of understanding and knowledge led to me feeling isolated from my classmates. Not…
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non verbal severe autism
Hello everyone My question is that i am a carer for a 19 year old male who since i have started working with him rips my clothes off and will only stop until he has finished this. Has anybody had the same experience and if so what did you do? Many thanks COL
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SUSPECTED ADHD. Are there any social media platforms or sites with help and info on ADHD?
Hi there. Was wondering if there were any other social media platforms or websites etc with help and information on ADHD? Any help be much appreciated. Thanks again Brian.
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Hi, my name is Taylorbean! Raising my autistic none-verbal grandaughter
Raising my autistic non verbal grandaughter. I hope to make some friends and learn some new things.
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Hi, I'm Julie101! My husband's just been diagnosed with autism. Any tips on how to support him?
My husband of 25 years has just been diagnosed with high functioning autism. It is a relief to have answers to so many questions, but I dont really know how to support him. Any tips anyone?
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Hi, my name is DmRitchie!
Hi. At 45 someone suggested that my anxiety might be a symptom of ADHD. A great GP and lots of research kind of supported that so assessment is soon. Over the past year, it's become clear that as well as my child being autistic, I am likely autistic as well. Great support from my partner has made it easier, and…
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Is there any benefit my daughter can claim for her son?
Hello everyone I have just signed up to the community, can anyone answer my question please. It is on behalf of my daughter who has a 13 year old son who suffers from autism, he is waiting for a meeting with CAM's. Is there any benefit my daughter can claim for her son, she is having a nightmare with him he will not go out…
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Hi, my name is zeitgeist49! What I learnt from working with autistic children
I worked as a licensed professional in psychiatry for 40 years (1969 - 2009 ). I specifically worked with autistic children from 1973 to 1977. One observation which amazed me during that time was the frequent mis-diagnosis of autism. And the over - diagnosis seems to have gotten worse in the past few decades. My…
