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Hi, my name is Woolyback!
I don’t have a disability myself but have two foster daughters, both adults now, with complex needs on whose behalf I may occasionally ask questions.
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Hi! My name is Cece and I'm living with Chronic Health Issues and ADHD
I'm 22 years old (soon turning 23) and am learning to live adult life with Chronic Health Issues (POTS and CRPS) and adapting to a recent ADHD diagnosis :) I'm currently an Early Years Teacher, though I'm on sick leave due to ankle surgery - so I'm spending my time supporting charities that align with my values in any way…
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How to be your own supporter/cheer leader when no one is around?
I think everyone could do with a friend who cheers them on then and again for positivity. What about when no one's around though? How do we support ourselves? I wonder how to manifests posivity within oneself.
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Participants Needed for Spinal Cord Injury Research
Regenerating Presence: Immersive Nature Environments for Wellbeing and Place-Based Healing through XR We are looking for adults living in the UK with spinal cord injury (SCI) to take part in a research study exploring body image and body appreciation following SCI. Taking part will involve a short questionnaire, which…
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about me
hello everyone. my name is toffuna and i have cerebral palsy. it is lovely to meet you all. my future goals are to go into supported living and for me to be more independent in the community. this is especially important because i have a diagnosis of psychosis as well, so for me to succeed i would have to take appropriate…
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Social worker not visited me in two years??
Ive only had one appointment in two years This appointment occurred when I was living with my parents Now I've moved out Been asking for one home visit since 2025 Ive already complained and social services stick up for her saying she called you (for 10mins!!) every 8 weeks I already called and called I think there's always…
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Isolation as a disabled person
It's hard to feel connected when I'm pretty much housebound. I'm hoping joining the scope community can change this
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Hi, I'm new! Anyone formed any friendships here?
Curious what the scope community is like and if people have formed friendships here :) I struggle with isolation as a disabled person. Very curious
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Not received UC or Housing Benefits
This is on behalf of a friend so looking for advice please. Friend hasn't received Housing Benefit again for the 2nd month in a row. Also never got the UC this month. Journal said they would be receiving them. Left a note in the journal but nothing back. How to escalate this as a matter of urgency. Do have a rent…
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Sexual abuse-Police officer, police complaints took my crime reference number
I reported sexual assault by a police officer and was given an official crime reference number. SUBMITTED evidence with witnesses, Other Police force supported my concerns and documented it/sent it to my local police force 2. They promised my case would go to the specialist RASSO team Infront of ISA worker but never did.…
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The police don't protect girls like me.
I don't think I'm going to write too much about this... Expolitation... Your going through expolitation, and the police never once got in touch, I think because it was online the police were not concerned. I remember when they eventually came to my house, meaning home office forced the police to come round, the very first…
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I'll never trust the police again
I honestly think I thought I must be the worst story out there, and when you find out your local police is the 2nd worst one in UK, well it makes sense and everything you've been through makes complete sense… And how they let down victims etc
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Understanding and Managing the Emotional Impact of Cerebral Palsy
It is Mental Health Awareness Week. So I wanted to talk about the emotional impact of living with cerebral palsy. Living with cerebral palsy can affect much more than movement. For some adults, it can also have an impact on emotional well-being, confidence, relationships, work, independence and social life. This does not…
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Forced treatment under mental health PLEASE HELP
I am being forced an injection under mental health. I do not agree with the treatment and believe I am not being heard. Mind weren't helpful. I am considering paying for a private psychiatric assessment. I have a manageable condition which forced detention exacerbates. I have blogged controversially and I believe people…
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Housing situation
Hi everyone, My previous housing provider’s failure to provide accessible support during my move has been continuing to have a significant impact on my mental health. I feel heavily disadvantaged because of this failure. I cannot live in a fully functional and safe home while others can. I have been living in my flat for…
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Police need to be more patient with disabilities
Many disabilities... pychosis, 50/50 blind & ... When I first got diagnosed with EUPD everything changed. I got depressed and suicidal. My mental health team got worried about my welfare and called 999 alot for me. 13/10/24 I was hearing voices and (A&E keep doors open) and I wondered out in the streets in my pjs. A…
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Social worker
If you're really struggling depressed and...another hospital (third one) Decided you don't want to eat or wash? Given up - my social worker normal response is so you expect some1 to cook 4 u No point calling?
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Autism and casual sex?
Why are they so different when it comes to casual sex? Also when they disclose they are autistic to their sexual partner, they block and ghost them. How come? Why is it troublesome for someone autistic to have causal sex? How are they able to have sex if they are shunned from having casual sex?
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Closing PIP voluntarily for Personal Reasons
Hi everyone, I currently receive PIP (£412/month, Daily Living and Mobility) and want to voluntarily close my PIP claim for personal reasons. I’m also on Universal Credit with LCWRA, which meets my financial needs. I have three questions I’d really appreciate advice on: Can I voluntarily close my PIP claim for personal…
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Soumitra - How do I cope with social isolation or loneliness?
Hi everyone, My name is Soumitra [Removed by moderator - personal information], an Oxford-based entrepreneur & photographer. I’m looking for ways to improve my workplace skills and boost my confidence at work. I’d love to hear from others who have experience in this area. Do you have any strategies, tips, or resources that…
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Hi, my name is goA2! Daughters with autism
Hello everyone, I’m a mum. I’d like to share with you my family life. My teenage daughter is autistic, she also struggles with her mental health. She spends most of her free time in her bedroom. She has no friends at the moment. She struggles in social situations. She says her autism is a parasite and she wishes she didn’t…
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Hi, my name is gillyg52! Worried about jury service
I have panic attacks and have been called for jury service,my doctor said they can't get involved with anything re court proceedings, has anyone else come across this ?
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🧠 Mental Health Awareness Week 🧠
This year’s theme is Action: for yourself, for someone else, for all of us. Good mental health helps us to deal with normal life stresses, and improve our confidence and relationships. When we’re feeling challenged by life, it can be a sign that we need to take extra care of our mental wellbeing. But there are small steps…
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Mental health difficulties in cerebral palsy A qualitative study of young people
Study undertaken by: Manjula Manikandan, Jennifer Fortune, Jessica Burke, Aisling Walsh, Aoife Twohig, Ian McClelland, Amanda Breen, Meriel Norris, Jennifer M. Ryan, RELATE-CP study team This study emphasises the urgent need for integrated, person-centred mental health services for young people with CP. Addressing these…
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why do I feel anxious when someone direct me while trying to talk ?
when explain now I'm feeling , my mum often directs me, counts at me , or tells me what do while I'm specking . is my anxiety spike and i go into fight or flight i'm trying to understand the reaction happens and what others experience the same thing
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Hi, my name is Andy10090! Feeling depressed
I lost part of my foot and meds have affected my body which is making me very depressed
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Am I allowed to refuse male support staff as a vulnerable female?
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…
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My mentally ill neighbour threatened us with a weapon
Hi, I live in a housing association, for three years we have lived underneath a man with diagnosed schizophrenia. He has been hospitalized for this once before this incident. He is generally disruptive but we have tried very hard to be understanding, we supported him, mediated conflict he often got into and dropped off…
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Hi, my name is bex123! Feeling low.
hello I feel so horrid. I’ve been on benefits for years due to my mental health. I know I deserve help but everyone around me shoves me into the dirt. My “best friend” yesterday said “but you’re reliant upon the state, aren’t you?!”. It was the way he said it. Up on his pedestal. He reminded me of all the incredibly…
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Fed up
I'm done, I can't and don't want to live. My life is ****, I ask for help, made to go to someone else, and someone else and someone else. You kno I have to deal with flashbacks of every single encounter. I havent got the energy to exist. Do you want my dog? I thought I could do it but I can't. Wanted to die for last 22…
