Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi, I am currently going through a screening assessment for ASD. My psychologist said I scored very high for a strong indication of ASD and she also wants to screen me ADHD. I am to put it mildly not coping and beyond devastated. I literally have no one to talk to. I have started a new job two weeks ago and.dont want to tell.my employer (probably never will). It took immense strength to tell my husband. He just asked me what questions I was asked and said he would have replied the same so he must be autistic too. I don't want to sound all pitty me but no one I know gets it. I can't tell anyone, as I know what they'll all say and I'm not ready to hear that.
Is there a meta up group in Newcastle somewhere where I can meet people who will "get it"? This will come across rude but I don't know how else to.put this. Is there a group where high functioning meet up? I have worked as a support worker for people with level 3 who need round the clock care and although I'm sure they'll cheer me up I want to meet someone who I can talk with and relate to and ask advice and fingers crossed make a friendship
Hi NAS94963, and welcome to the community! If you're looking for social groups or meetups in your area, you might want to have a look at the Autism Services Directory here on the NAS site - https://www.autism.org.uk/autism-services-directory You can filter the directory for the type of service you're looking for, and your location or post code, to see what's available in your area.We also have a section on our advice hub about how autistic people and their families may feel after a diagnosis and the support that may be available - https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/diagnosis/after-diagnosis Hope this is of some help,Ross - mod
Thank you!