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Is Autism classed as mental health
Hi with the uncertainty of these cuts. And one was pip changes regarding mental health. I have autism for it on the higher level ,would autism count as mental health. Especially in the evil government lack of knowledge eyes
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Autism and Menopause
Hi I learned I was Autistic a couple of years ago and I'm also now going through the Menopause and I also have agoraphobia has anyone got any advice on how to get through all this , thank you
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Adhd support?
Hiya all, I am wondering if anyone knows how I would get some help from a support worker?. I am a diagnosed adult with adhd who is on the medication but I struggle with the typical life admin. This is things like money management, eating/cooking and leaving the house, bad at managing meds and just generally don't do life…
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Autistic experiences of Christianity
Hi I am diagnosed with autism with several level 2 needs. and my sensory seems to be level 3 at times to me. I am a Christian and autistic and was looking to have a chat to others about that here but didn’t see any posts. I intend also to discuss about my autism. I thought I would link to other autistic Christians…
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Worth toughing it out and going to the Tribunal
I was so terrified of the Tribunal that I didn't even dare open the package of documents because I knew that if I started thinking about it I would get overwhelmed and cancel it. So I did my best to ignore the whole thing over the extended wait. Then a month ago I got the letter with the date. I had a really bad week but…
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Autistic teenagers late diagnosis
Hello. My teenagers have both been recently diagnosed with autism, and my son with low attentive adhd too. They are 18 and 16 and it’s quite hard to take it all in. My daughter has brilliant coping mechanisms and seems to be doing well but my son hardly leaves the house. He is often quite rude to me and his dad and his…
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Hi, my name is Waylander! Looking for insight and support for my autistic adult son
I'm joining here because my adult son has autism, severe depression and is awaiting an ADHD assessment. He has been a virtual recluse for the past 9 years since he left college. He found the transition to the post education world too hard and has managed one very short period of work which left him shattered for weeks…
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Please help - any advice for my adult daughter?
Hello. My daughter, 21 years old, was diagnosed with Autism at 7. She attended a mainstream school and achieved grades sufficient for A levels. She started college at the height of Covid (September 20) but couldn't cope, so she dropped out. She suffers from anxiety and, at this time, had developed a spinal issue, which has…
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Hi, my name is romans123! Where can we get an assessment for autism under right to choose?
hi i am romans sister and i am his carer . we went to gp and they said i could look for a right to chose to get him assessment for autism. just wonder if you provider this service
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Help for my 20-year-old son who won't leave the house
Hi I'm after advice on my 20 yr old adopted son who has mental health/ anxiety issues and won't leave the house to get any help! He left school aged 14 as wouldn't go out. He's been under CAMHS until 18 but now won't go out at all! I suspect he is on the autistic spectrum as does have traits but he feeling highly anxious…
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I feel really let down by the system.
Hi, I have already posted on here about applying for jobs and being autistic. (I don't disclose that I'm autistic or anything). I was a carer for my mum for 9 years until her death, so... I've never really been in paid employment except 4 months last year from May 2024 - September 2024 which was a cleaning job but due to…
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Can I ask for a re assessment
hi all I recently had my asd assessment and I’m not happy, can I ask to be re referred before getting the outcome? I know the long wait so don’t want to delay anymore than 8 have to by waiting
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Emotions after ASD assessment
Hello All, Following two telephone discussions with a clinical psychologist, I had my first face to face evaluation towards (or not) a diagnosis of ASD. I went as my awful self. I didn't struggle to mask. The experience was very positive and I came home happy, although physically exhausted and in a lot of pain. Today, I…
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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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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…
