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Severe learning disability / advice re pda
I am looking after a child with the above and has the developmental age of a toddler but answers no to most things or 10 minutes struggles to get dressed each day and lies to control situations. I have thought for a while this could be pda but I am unsure as due to his developmental age it would be normal for a toddler to…
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Help / advice for mother of 20 year old with ASD and LD
Hello everyone. I am new here and I really need some help. My 20 year old son is receiving continuing health care (CHC) funding ( very challenging behaviour ) and has no social worker . He attends a day placement (5 hours a day , 4 days a week on a 3:1 staff ratio). While I am very grateful to have secured CHC funding and…
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My daughter has eating issues and I need professional help
Hi, I am new to this community. My daughter is 3 years old and has suspected Autism currently on the waiting list for a diagnosis. She is a very fussy eater and will only eat brown/ beige foods. No wet foods like soup or baked beans. She doesn't eat potatoes or any veg and only eats bananas. She won't mix foods on her…
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Hoping for a diagnosis!
Hey guys have not had a formal diagnosis as of yet (in the process) only just plucked up courage to see the GP to share my struggle and suspicions! I’m 99.5% sure I have ASD really really struggling with anxiety/depression at the moment but VERY good at putting the mask on!!! Anybody else in a similar situation? -
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PARENTS FIGHT to DIAGNOSE WHILST your CHILDREN ARE CHILDREN! !
Hi I'm River Song, At 29, I'm finally going through the assessment stage for diagnosis and have 3 different ones on the table. High Functioning Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder. Going for further testing to figure out which ones are going to be most helpful for my life.
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Sensory issues
Hi everyone... My 5 year old daughter who hasn’t been diagnosed yet with ASD but is in the process hasn’t been in school since the Christmas break. Her sensory issues got worse from Christmas on. She couldn’t wear her school uniform or any socks or shoes. And after a few days she couldn’t wear pants or trousers, anything…
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My 4 year old child has just been diagnosed with Autism
My 4 year old child has just been diagnosed with Autism. Lots to cope with at the moment. Including schools.
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A research based update
A Concise History of Asperger Syndrome: The Short Reign of a Troublesome Diagnosis https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2015.02024/full
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Hi, my name is aro2015!
I want same help how to deal with my autism san to communitact to another people
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Support for son (17) who has Aspergers and Klinefelters Syndrome.
Hi I am the parent of a 17 year old lad with Aspergers Syndrome and Klinefelters Syndrome. He has been in and out of education since 13 due to his anxiety and now rarely leaves the house. I am looking for support in trying to find a way through what feels like a terrifying quagmire, so that we can find a way forward Thanks
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Isolation and depression
Does anyone feel down today?? I feel sad because the weather and just circumstances and my issues makes me feel isolated
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Mental health resources for ages 13-25
Hi, Where can I find helpful resources to discuss mental health and well being with my young people aged 13-25yr olds, whom have Autism and struggle with there mental health in a negative way.
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Aspergers and PDA
Hi I am a single parent of a 6 year old with suspected Aspergers and PDA. We are going through the assessment process with our first appointment with the paediatrician in a few weeks after the doctor send an urgent letter. I struggle mostly with my sons violent meltdowns. I am at a loss with how to actually keep myself…
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Adult children with autism
Can someone please tell me whats out there for my son . Hes 21 high on the spectrum has no friends only goes out to go to work and has zero social skills . Spends his life in his room or at work . Im very worried about his mental health . Thankyou Debbie
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Support for Adults
Had an email back after contacting my county branch autistic society asking for help and support. Apparently there isn't any in this county for adults. They suggested I refer myself for counselling (which I've recently been discharged from, coz they say the mh problems caused by autism). Or they say talk to the disability…
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Behaviour
My autistic daughters behaviour is becoming hard to deal with as she's getting older. Some days shes ok, other days she will have tantrums. It effects the rest of us,
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Waiting for an Aspergers/Autism assessment
Hi there, Glad to be here to try and gain some understanding of what I'm experiencing - I'm waiting for an Aspergers/Autism assessment, but want to see if there are any bits of advice I can pick up with regard to coping with everyday life. I'm a 44 year old woman and just want to try and make life as good as I can for me…
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Looking for ways to make things smoother
Hi folks, My daughter is 17, and has ASD, OCD and generally high anxiety. We're currently going through a very tough time, because her OCD issues are consuming her life. She has little time for anything else because fears about contamination cause very lengthy washing and toilet routines. Just to give you some idea, she…
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Undiagnosed autistic child
Does anyone have any advice for helping with meltdowns with my nearly 4 year old he is currently on a waiting list for assessment but we think it will be Aspergers. When I am out and he has a meltdown every one just thinks naughty child so difficult to deal with no reasoning with him making me not want to go anywhere with…
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Desperate to help my 20 year old Autistic son
Just came across this site as i am desperate to help my 20 year old Autistic son. I am so relieved I am not alone. He just will not engage. I'm so glad I have found this community. I live in Australia.
