autism

I am a ‘high functioning’ adult with late diagnosed autism and history of anxiety, depression. I’ve been told that Scope has a ‘support to work’ system but would like to know how exactly that works for someone like myself, who has never had a job, and is 28 years old. I have tried doing voluntary stuff and tried working a…

I (F,28) live in supported accommodation in a dispersed property provided to me by a housing association. This housing organisation also provide care and support for people with an array of disabilities & other needs. They provide me with support staff as part of a social care commission in partnership with adult social…

Be part of a bold, creative, reimagining of a Christmas classic. Welsh playwright Ciaran Fitzgerald is very privileged to be writing a show for The Rising Stars Theatre Company and Mess Up The Mess Theatre Company this Christmas. We’re looking for more young people to get involved, and are especially interested in hearing…

Or is it frowned upon? Because of a cognitive impairment of borderline intellectual functioning and autism if she is really 30 but is mentally a teenager why would some guys be hesitant to hook up with a girl like that even if she can consent to sex? The disability is borderline intellectual functioning and autism. What…

I cheated on him so many times he got mad and now months later he jokes about me cheating on him and when I’m with him he says cheater! Lol and smiles and laughs and says cheating girlfriend!! He says this quite a lot and and also said yesterday I had a girl over and joked around with me saying I had another girl over last…

Dear scope community, I need some advice and guidance please. High functioning adult female with autism here. How do I get a job with no qualifications, no degree and no work experience? I left school with failed gcse’s, I suck at math I think I might actually have dyscalculia If I was at least good at something I could go…

I am new here and just wanted to say hello and join a community where I can meet other people specifically with autism and share experiences we will likely have in common.

I am not looking for toxic positivity or to be told how I should feel. Please do not redirect me to focus on my strengths. I just want my experience to be validated and acknowledged. During a session at a mental health service, I shared the distress of being misunderstood by a university staff member. My former worker…

I am not looking for toxic positivity or to be told how I should feel. Please do not redirect me to focus on my strengths. I just want my experience to be validated and acknowledged. The Failure Of The Standard Model I have been using a supported living, move-on service that claims to be disability-specific. However, it…

A parent of a child with autism has decided to create a free AI tool to help parents in England navigate things like DLA, EHCPs, Blue Badges and school support. "I built it after my daughter was diagnosed with autism. I tried using ChatGPT but found it confidently wrong on things like DLA criteria and EHCP processes - so I…

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Hi everyone, I am looking for some clarification on the PIP Tribunal Appeal process. Originally my claim was for chronic back pain and extreme anxiety and depression(I won't go into all the details). I was awarded standard for both parts but there were some discrepancies from DWP. Anyhoo, moving on, in October I was…

Hello everyone, I'm really pleased to join this fantastic and inclusive community. I worked in special education for a long time and miss the wonderful people now I have a different job. I'm interested to hear current issues and celebrate successes. 😃

Cerebral Palsy and Autism: Coexistence. Bridging the gap between two seemingly disparate neurological conditions, researchers unravel the enigmatic dance of autism and cerebral palsy within the human brain. These two conditions, while distinct in their primary characteristics, often intersect in ways that challenge our…

What a fantastic community here. I look forward to listening and learning and hearing what the current challenges and successes are.

Hello all, Tomorrow my GP will be calling me about my request to be referred for ADHD and Autism assessments. I submitted the forms to my GP before Christmas last year so it's taken a long time just to get to this point, (I don't know if that's normal but I know my GP practice is dangerously oversubscribed). I'd like to…

hi my daughter is 32 and lives with me (mum) she is autistic , Asperger’s as well as moderate learning difficulties. A social work assistant said years ago my daughter presents better than she functions. so while she appears capable, life for her is really a struggle. She makes poor diet choices , poor hygiene choices ,…

Hi everyone, I’m currently completing my Master’s dissertation and looking for participants. My research focuses on people who grew up with a sibling diagnosed with ADHD and/or autism, as siblings are still really under-represented in research. I haven’t yet reached my target participants, so every response genuinely makes…

Hi everyone, I’m currently completing my Master’s dissertation and looking for participants. My research focuses on people who grew up with a sibling diagnosed with ADHD and/or autism, as siblings are still really under-represented in research. I haven’t yet reached my target participants, so every response genuinely makes…

I’m currently completing my Master’s dissertation and looking for participants. My research focuses on people who grew up with a sibling diagnosed with ADHD and/or autism, as siblings are still really under-represented in research. I haven’t yet reached my target participants, so every response genuinely makes a huge…

hi new to this site wasn’t aware of it previously but am now very intrigued to find out more and hopefully meet some like minded fun women I’m a straight male totally respectful and genuine no idiot I can hold and have a conversation which I would like to do as the social side of getting to know each other is important I…

Hi, I’ve been working at a veterinary practice for seven months in total, and for the past six months I’ve been in my current role. During this time, I felt my managers didn’t fully understand my condition or how best to support me. Because I mask well, I think I was being viewed as though I didn’t need any adjustments. As…

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Hi everyone, I’m Nat, founder of Divergent Thinking. I work in neurodiversity and neuroinclusion, helping organisations create more inclusive workplaces through training, speaking and consultancy. Looking forward to connecting, learning from others and being part of the community.

hi my son has ASD, non verbal aged 5. Was due to start school sept 25 but due to no EHCP he stayed in nursery till he turned 5 in December. He now has his EHCP waiting to go to panel for a place at a special school. In the meantime they want me to send him to mainstream (this isn’t suitable and I am fighting this) but in…

Has anyone been given reasonable adjustments so that they can migrate to UC. Without going into detail I cannot use a computer and the only option is the phone but not sure if that comes with problems. Please let me know if anyone did a phone application with, or without RA's in place. Thank you

Apprently 33% of people with Autism have some form Asexuality compared to the 1% of the general public. Is there any other people who have Autism and classify Asexual? I've always been so conflicted with my sexuality over the decades, I've never felt attraction to others however I can get attracted to a person based on…

Hi there I am 31 with 2 boys. basically to cut a long story. I have kids 1 who has austim and 1 who is currently going threw hospital appointments for hip and knee problems. I moved back in with my mum after marriage breakdown between my parents to help support theyve since reconnected. my oldest son was having a really…

Hi all, I’ve recently been diagnosed with autism (not a surprise) I am comfortable with my diagnosis however I can’t help but feel really stuck and lost. I wanted more for myself, I wanted to travel and experience different cultures and experience new things but my autism really holds me back. I never wanted to climb the…

Hi everyone I am new to Scope and hoping for some support. I am at the end of my tether dealing with my mental health. I have been on LCW for over 6 years due to anxiety, depression and suspected ASD. I struggle with social interaction with strangers and leaving my home alone, but last year I managed to get a small part…