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aspiedan

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Messy brained medicated ASD person, older outside than in.
Parenting & working whilst attempting to survive the world and my own brain.
Interests: music, history, reading, narrow boat vlogs (niche but addictive)
Also, really believe in people's rights to be themselves and safe being so, and no time/respect for those you don't agree (most of the world right now)

Avatar: white line drawing on black of torso and body in a long sleeved shirt, with a head of messed up scribbles and no features

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aspiedan , to ActuallyAutistic group
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@actuallyautistic
On Thursday I went and knocked on
Friday and Saturdays doors,
Borrowing some spoons for some stuff
To help out family.
Saturday knocked today and asked sweetly
If I was done l with them as
They needed them back.
But I used all the spoons,
Left them back with Thursday.
Saturdays shoulders slump,
And they scuttle off to hide.
Hopefully Sunday has some.

aspiedan , to ActuallyAutistic group
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Recently my daughter (14) opened up about how she feels and is. Long story short, I have reached out to UK mental health services (CAMHS) and the school, and am now likely on a waiting list for ages. She has anxiety, panic, hearing voices, and also presents many spectrum signs. Does anyone have any resources to help give her reasurance / advice, or help narrow down possibile diagnosees to help me signpost her to relevant resources? I and my son (her brother) are also ASD, but she does not find the same strategies helpful. Sorry for so many words, but thanks for reading @actuallyautistic

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@Zumbador @aspiedan @actuallyautistic
I like Dr Neff, but hadn’t seen this yet.

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@Zumbador @aspiedan Oh, wow! this is a great resource! I feel better hearing about this because I've heard some weird shit in the shower or at night alone.

aspiedan , to ActuallyAutistic group
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Feeling burnt out today . Helping everyone else, but not getting the recipe of what I need. Fully masking all joy now and going through the motions. Sad ss the weeekend has done the opposite of what I needed and back to work tomorrow. Need a rock to go hide under :octo_sad: :ir: @actuallyautistic

aspiedan , to ActuallyAutistic group
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Feeling like a walking black hole today :octo_sad: Things are just too much and going wrong. I can't see past all the negative and want to curl in a ball and hide, but can't as at work and then home to the kids. Feeling out of touch and depth rn :ir: :blobcatverysad: @actuallyautistic

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@aspiedan @actuallyautistic
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@aspiedan @actuallyautistic ♾️💜

aspiedan , to ActuallyAutistic group
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I entered a piece for a zine but was unsuccessful, so thought I would publish anyway online. It's the first long (500) words i've written on depression etc.
It is very personal, but I wrote it to share and get it out of my head, tbough no need for feedback. Features themes of depression, suicidal thoughts and hopelessness.
@actuallyautistic

https://thebitbetweenblog.wordpress.com/2024/05/05/the-door-at-the-end-of-the-hall/

aspiedan , to ActuallyAutistic group
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@actuallyautistic Today I read the following article on the BBC news site regarding the death of Caitlyn Scott-Lee, 16 (link 1). It is a saddening story, and highlights the enhanced level of suicide among the neurodivergent population, with Autistica UK capturing the darker side if the statistics (link 2). It highlights the need for open and safe communities such as this where people can share and discyss, and lead to more open discussion, and a reduction of stigma.
Stay connected,
Stay safe,
Share stories and experiences,
And virtual hugs

:ir: :blobcatsadhuggies: :audhd:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cnke2y8l9g2o

https://www.autistica.org.uk/what-is-autism/suicide-and-autism

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