Autism/Depression

Strawberry1

No questionnaires have come through for me yet either by email or post.

Andi66

I wouldn't worry, also I took a checklist that I found online and showed them that this is what it's like for me with Autism. Although I had to wait a while between assessments. First 2019, then the final 2 2022, because of waiting lists and covid.

Strawberry1

Thanks 😊 @Andi66 , once again I appreciate the feedback. Covid did no one any favours. Checklist is a brilliant idea. Thanks .

Strawberry1

Do any autistics here pick thier skin at all ?

Strawberry1

I'm always skin picking . I use a fidget spinner when I can but getting out of skin picking is hard for me .

Kali85

yeah I’ve always ripped around my nails so bad that my fingers bleed, I do it when I am anxious, I don’t know how to stop tried so many different things!

Kali85

it’s called dermatilomania or excoriation disorder I have seen my GP for it few times, it’s quite a common condition associated with mental illness and depression

Andi66

My nerves are on edge with the.esa migration coming early. I'm trying to stay positive, I got health issues I'm needing blood tests next week. My daughter has health issues with her eyes so I've been supporting her. She's 25 also with Autism and bpd

Kali85

It’s so hard dealing with so much stress it’s always very overwhelming when there are several things all happening at once on top of our normal struggles, life is unbearably hard sometimes. I hope everything works out for you and your daughter

Strawberry1

I've picked my skin for years @Kali85 I was curious if it affected anyone else . It's a difficult one to stop doing I must admit. Thank you for the feedback.

Strawberry1

I'm so sorry to hear what's occurring for you right now. It's understandable that you are feeling as you are under the circumstances. You have got a lot on your plate. I wish none of these issues were occurring for you but I wish you and your daughter the best of luck with all issues concerned. Fingers crossed for you and your daughter.

Strawberry1

Apologies for my late responses @Kali85 and @Andi66 . I apologise I didn't put @Andi66 name in the above post.

Kali85

no worries wen I am really struggling with things I don’t even turn my fone on I just completely shut the world out.

Andi66

Thank you both , I know by reading the comments on Scope that it's causing anxiety in a lot of us. The dwp ,government shouldn't rush these things and help people move in stages. The tory government and dwp have a lot to answer to, by treating disabled people this inhumane way

Strawberry1

Your welcome @Andi66 . Just hoping this government is more kinder . Take care and good luck 👍.

Strawberry1

I think that's why I go to my bedroom in the afternoon @Kali85 just to get away from everything for a while.

Strawberry1

Thank you @Kali85 and @Andi66 for all your feedback it is appreciated.

Kali85

thank you both for all your comments it really helps speaking with people that understand exactly how hard life is for us, I think it’s disgusting how the government treats disabled people yet people that break the law get so much financial support and help with navigating their life after prison or after numerous attempts at rehab.

Strawberry1

Can a person have autism and adhd ?

Albus_Scope

Yes they can @Strawberry1 the usual term for it these days is "AuDHD" it's what they think I have, but I'm still waiting for my ADHD assessment.