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Daughter being diagnosed with ASD
Sandra19
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Hiya, 19 yr old daughter has been diagnosed with dyslexia is currently being diagnosed with ASD.
Struggles with alot of social things.
I want to know do they class it as a disability? My daughter asked me as she wanted to know but is anxious. Thought I would ask on here.
Also if it is she has been told she may be able to get general support.. what support would she be entitled too if any?
Struggles with alot of social things.
I want to know do they class it as a disability? My daughter asked me as she wanted to know but is anxious. Thought I would ask on here.
Also if it is she has been told she may be able to get general support.. what support would she be entitled too if any?
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I believe that autism is classed as a lifelong condition and therefore as a learning disability, but others will be able to tell you more.
The following links might be useful places to start looking, and there are many more (see the purple band lower down the page):https://community.scope.org.uk/categories/learning-disabilities-and-autism and https://community.scope.org.uk/categories/ask-an-asd-advisor
You've arrived at a safe place, here, and are among friends. Don't hesitate to talk to us about anything that is troubling you or to ask for any advice.
Warmest best wishes to you,
Richard
Yes it is a disability, and one which has specific legislation to support those with it.
You may find this link useful. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/adult-autism-strategy-statutory-guidance
Diagnosis will not change your daughter, but can help her to understand the many difficulties and challenges she faces.
As an individual I stood alone.
As a member of a group I did things.
As part of a community I helped to create change!
The Autism centre ate going to send details in to college by writing a letter to help support her application for interviews and making that next step.
Another of my questions is!
Is she able to claim PIP and ESA?
How do I get the ball rolling for this if she can? Thanks
I'm not any authority on this, and others will be around, but you might like to have a look at the links under 'Employment, finances and disability benefits' lower down the screen.
I have seen the 'What benefits am I entitled to' link recommended, so it might be worth a close look: https://community.scope.org.uk/categories/what-benefits-am-i-entitled-to-
Warmest best wishes,
Richard