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I've just been diagnosed

Shannon

Hi I've just been diagnosed with Autism and ADHD I'm 22 and I really don't no how to come to terms with the diagnosis. I'm scared what others will think I no its who I am and then the doctors are talking about meds for adhd and there's so much mixed opinions I don't no what to do. I've been suicidal lately and recently diagnosed with bpd aswell so I'm a mess honestly, I have no friends I'm so scared to reach out, did anyone else struggle to accept there diagnosis and how did you overcome it and come to terms

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  • Hi Shannon,

    I hope you're feeling better now and I'm very glad to see so many kind responses here from the community. I'm sorry you are going through such a tough time, it’s good that you’ve let us know what’s happening/how you feel. Many people have similar thoughts when coping with so much and we hope you’re okay. 

    And if you are unable to cope with the distress or despair, it’s very important to tell someone about your feelings or thoughts of suicide. Call your GP and make an urgent appointment. Your GP can make sure you get appropriate help and support.

    If it’s outside your GP hours call  111  to reach the NHS 111 service:

    https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

    The Samaritans also provide confidential non-judgemental emotional support, 24 hours a day on 116 123, or by email at jo@samaritans.org.

    MIND have information pages on coping with self-harm or suicidal feelings based on the experiences of people who’ve been through it that you may find helpful. 

    If you are very close to doing something to hurt yourself - call 999 now or go to your nearest A&E department. There should be someone there to support you and make sure you get ongoing support.

    You can find more information here:

    https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/mental-health/suicide

    Hope this helps!

    Kind regards,

    Eunice Mod

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  • Hi Shannon,

    I hope you're feeling better now and I'm very glad to see so many kind responses here from the community. I'm sorry you are going through such a tough time, it’s good that you’ve let us know what’s happening/how you feel. Many people have similar thoughts when coping with so much and we hope you’re okay. 

    And if you are unable to cope with the distress or despair, it’s very important to tell someone about your feelings or thoughts of suicide. Call your GP and make an urgent appointment. Your GP can make sure you get appropriate help and support.

    If it’s outside your GP hours call  111  to reach the NHS 111 service:

    https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

    The Samaritans also provide confidential non-judgemental emotional support, 24 hours a day on 116 123, or by email at jo@samaritans.org.

    MIND have information pages on coping with self-harm or suicidal feelings based on the experiences of people who’ve been through it that you may find helpful. 

    If you are very close to doing something to hurt yourself - call 999 now or go to your nearest A&E department. There should be someone there to support you and make sure you get ongoing support.

    You can find more information here:

    https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/mental-health/suicide

    Hope this helps!

    Kind regards,

    Eunice Mod

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