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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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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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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…
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Adhd private assessments
I just found a company for assessment they say no profit organisation charging 600 for adhd assessment I get my daughter to check it out and if legit I'm going private if you go private is it taken seriously as a diagnosis
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Early on in your late diagnosis...
Hi folks, I've got a quick query. How many of us who were late diagnosed had got to a point where we had coping strategies so ingrained we didn't recognise them as such? After Diagnosis, it felt like something shifted, (maybe with the start of medication?), I don't know, but suddenly, I felt hyper-aware and more impacted…
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selective mutism
hi i have selective mutism and am unable to communicate via speech most of the time. i live alone am under a mental health team but get little help. lately i have had a few voice messages left on my phone asking me to ring a particular person at the council asking me to ring them but i cant. i dont know what to do, i cant…
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Seeking (very) late diagnosis: advice please
Hello Everybody, I’ve been physically disabled with a neurological disorder since childhood. However, I’m also a very anxious person with a tendency to depression. As I’ve aged, I’ve noticed a number or traits associated with autism. In fact, my now deceased parents began to think this was something doctors had missed,…
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Advice - first appointment: what to expect?
hello - my son, who is 20, has his first triage appointment at the autism centre this week. Letter advises it'll take about an hour and is with 2 clinicians - an autism specialist nurse and psychologist I think. If they think he has autism he'll then be put on waiting list for full assessment. I'm just wondering what is…
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Evening and nighttime anxiety
Hi all, I'm wondering if anyone has any advice on reducing anxiety? I am a gerally anxious person and have a diagnosis of generalised anxiety disorder as well as autism. I also suspect that I have C-PTSD. I am generally ok during the day but as it reaches about 7pm I start to feel a sense of dread and fear but I don't know…
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Hi, my name is Lilavatie! How can we help my 36 year old autistic son?
My son is 36 years old, autistic and non verbal. Also an epileptic since 5 years old and on medication ever since. Was always a "happy chappie" - no odd behavioral problems and not aggressive at all. Had an epileptic fit after 17 years and became very destructive - breaking cell phones, smart TV, pulling out water pipes…
