Autism/Depression

Strawberry1

Oh @Rosie_Scope , you are an absolute diamond 💎.  I really appreciate your support ❤️.  I hope you are ok 👍.  Sending hugs. 

Strawberry1

Today I've had an email from Psychiatry UK to acknowledge they know I'm waiting.  A little relief at last to know they have responded too me at last .

Hannah_Alumni

That's great! Hope it isn't too long until you are seen! How have you been feeling about it all lately? 

Strawberry1

Hi @Hannah_Scope , it is a bit stressful having to wait for an acknowledgement but I'm pleased someone has emailed me at last.  Thank you 😊. 

Strawberry1

I apologise unreservedly if I've asked this question before but do a lot of autistics feel like they don't fit in ? . I am truly sorry I forget easily. 

Hannah_Alumni

@strawberry1 They can do. Some feel that way overall and some feel that way in certain situations. And no need to apologise! We are here  

Strawberry1

Thank you  @Hannah_Scope and @Biblioklept , that's put my mind at rest . I appreciate all your feedback. 

Albus_Scope

Many autistic people feel like they're square pegs in a world of round holes so to speak.
 I'd never felt like I fitted in @Strawberry1 socially and I still don't most of the time. But I've found a few like minded people and we all understand each others 'neuro-spicy' quirks, which I think makes that friendship that little bit more special.  

Strawberry1

Glad it's not just me @Albus_Scope , it's nice to know I'm in the company of people who understand.  Thank you so much. 

Strawberry1

I know that until we get our diagnosis we can't know for sure if we are Autistic or not . I have alot of Autistic traits so I asked if the medical staff could get me on a waiting list . After having a conversation with someone I'm now doubting myself. I Don't suppose it matters either way but I had such a gut feeling about it.  Only time will tell I suppose. 

chiarieds

As you know your own body & or mind the best, I think it's important when you feel you might have a disorder to find out more & trust your gut; don't doubt yourself. Everyone with every disorder can be affected differently, but I do think those searching for answers/pursuing a disorder are doing the right thing. In such instances a diagnosis brings validation, & can help in explaining your experiences, so go for it! Also know that unfortunately Drs can get things wrong, but keep on trusting your own instincts in order to find out more. This from a neuro-herby (a term I've just coined for us neurotypicals, as we're not neuro-spicy) 

Strawberry1

Thank you @Ada and thank you @chiarieds . I appreciate your feedback 😊 ❤️ ♥️ ☺️.  Hopefully it won't be much longer that I have to wait . If I'm stuck I message @Albus_Scope . Cheers 🤗🤗🤗🤗

Strawberry1

I know no one actually knows until they have had an assessment whether they are autistic or not but if someone in the general public said no you don't have it should I take on board what they say and believe I don't have autism or should I wait for the assessment?

Andi66

Yes I have autism and depression,  plus other physical issues which don't help. And with what's going on with this proposed  pip changes makes it worse

Strawberry1

Can I please ask a quick question? Can a person be autistic and still worry about different things or do autistics not worry? Please could anyone help please?

Albus_Scope

Oh I'm a huge worrier @Strawberry1 it's a very natural thing, autistic or not. 

Strawberry1

Thanks @Albus_Scope .  I'm still awaiting for my assignment . At one point I was so sure about the Autism but now after a considerable with someone I'm not sure anymore.  I believe I'm adhd but not sure about the Autism.  Can they be linked?

Albus_Scope

Many people are AuDHD, so autistic and ADHD, they can often go hand in hand. It's different for everyone of course.  

Strawberry1

Thanks @Albus_Scope . Appreciate your feedback. 

Andi66

I'm terrible at certain things do worry me, my daughter the same.
I get fixated on a worry which gives me a headache or I panic. Latest worry slugs climbing up the side of the house , and pip getting cut due to evil sunak.