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A week before Christmas, I become a researcher again. Not the neat, academic kind with clean questions and manageable variables. The kind you become when your life turns into an experiment you didn’t consent to and your only tool is attention. I study my own days the way a historian studies a crumbling archive: carefully,…

Hi everyone, I'm curious about your experiences and views on ADHD. I'm not asking about the medication side, but more about everyday life practices. How can a person with ADHD reduce their symptoms in daily life? What helps with things like getting distracted, leaving tasks unfinished, forgetfulness, struggling to focus,…

It's exactly 6 months to Christmas! I saw it somewhere and had to spread the, um, joy - sorry for the interruption

Spotted on a fence in the garden this morning - in full sunlight ! it's almost three inches long !

i have sent pip form away then i realised i had not filled in form correctly i just answered no or yes i need to get another form to quickly send off

I first sent a sicknote in on 5th of February filled in the WCA booklet middle of March.. I haven't heard a thing since is this normal... I've got a half hour appointment by phone with UC on 1st of July is this the next step before a decision is made….

Good Morning everyone Does anybody know if the DWP send out extension letters while they’re reviewing your PIP renewal? My award runs out on 8th August 2026. I returned my renewal forms on 19th December 2025 and had a text on 6th April 2026, to say they are progressing with my review as soon as they can, and my PIP will…

Not in a creepy way but in a "Ahhhhh it's so hot what on earth can I wear?!" kind of way. I'm still mostly on bed rest following surgery and finding it extra difficult to cope with the heat right now. What are people wearing to keep cool?

I have had my UC closed but I am in receipt of PiP .my health conditions has improved ababit and I intend gradually working from home cooking .Do I need to inform PIP as I got renewed until September 2029. Would they take it away or re access my health conditions?

I’m a student who brings a lot of heart, creativity, and determination to everything I do. I’m autistic and have ADHD, which means I see the world in a unique and thoughtful way. I also manage anxiety, but I’m proud of how well I navigate challenges and stay focused on my goals. These parts of me shape my strengths. I’m…

hello my little brother is 18, autistic non verbal and likes ripping his clothes. We don’t know why but basically all of them are gone and we are running out of money to keep buying him some. Does anyone have any tips or even reasoning why he would

A big welcome to all our new members who joined over the weekend! We're delighted to have you here and look forward to getting to know you. Feel free to introduce yourself, tell us a little about your interests, and jump into any discussions that catch your eye. Please join me in welcoming: @moo_doctor, @Tushar, @shawwang,…

hi all great to know that it’s not just me who feels that they have been mistreated by the DWP for a lot of years. I look forward to hearing your experiences and if I can help I will because I’ve been battling with these people for 6 years and finally took them to court and won my case which will have to be backdated by 20…

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hi you guys I have some good news. Since 2020 I have suffered badly with my disability and I was awarded the basic level but as time went on my disability was getting a lot worse so I went back to my doctor and was told that my arthritis of the spine was getting worse so I informed PIP of my disability getting worse and…

Hi, I got awarded pip on the 19th Oct 2022, I've received my decion notice letter and was just curious to when or if I'll recieve text and when I'll recieve the backpay if anyone can help, thankyou

I was in hospital recently, I had to have an operation to remove my bowel cancer and they put in a permanent stoma bag, it has been life changing. One of the things I struggle with is being overly sensitive to smell and noise, it stems from my childhood trauma, apparently it is from having hyper vigilance, I have never…

Hi, my PIP review form finally arrived in the post and I have an appointment with citizens advice tomorrow to help me complete these forms. For the last couple of weeks whilst I waited for the review form to arrive I’ve been picking up helpful comments on here too about how to fill in the review forms. I’m looking at the…

Has anyone had Accessibility and change in health on uc on to do list. I did Accessibility which the same.but with health which is the same I panicked and pressed cancel. But I added a journal note that my health is the same. Worried now

Recently had a huge PTSD spiral and ended up being off sick from work. Just wanted to say thank you to all the people who replied to my posts, your kind words and wise insights did really help me. I've 3 more weeks of peace (fit note) and I'm gonna try and make a go of things but ask for 25 hours (minimum in the role) and…

Was born in the LGI. Play the guitar and ride a motorcycle. Diagnosed on the autism spectrum. Seeking employment guidance.

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On BBC2 tonight at 8pm for a whole hour of loveliness with Chris Packham. Monday to Thursday for the next three weeks 🐾

I think it might be stress, trauma or because I want kids in general but social services said I could have a baby and they would support me... whereas police said as soon as I have another 136 mental health section "they'll take my baby off me...? Because 136 mean I'm an unfit mom Saw a random baby in my rented flat Then…

hi everyone, I’m hoping someone will be able to shed some light on my pip award that’s given to me and if this is the norm for DWP, I had my review recently I’m glad it was only a paper based review and not a horrid telephone assessment, I recieved my award letter last week and it states the following dates I’m awarded…

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Anyone who knows anything about cars, will be amazed to hear that the, once, common as muck Vauxhall Cavalier is just about gone. I had 2, in the 80's, so did my Dad and half of my street. https://www.howmanyleft.co.uk/vehicle/vauxhall_cavalier says that there are currently just 3 left taxed in the whole of the UK.. Could…