Published on 12, July, 2020
Hello,
I don't often come on here or post on the forums anymore but lately I have struggling massively.
September my cousin / godfather ended his life, before that point I had gotten my life on a track with losing weight and looking forwarded for the prospects in life.
I have become depressed and lost my routine which makes me more depressed. I also visited him at the funeral home before he was buried which I don't regret but I can't get the image out of my head. Well lack of image because I can't imagine things but my mind torments me with remembering small details about what I had seen.
I would love some advice on how to get myself back on track and move on getting my life back. My cousin wouldn't want me going around in this vicious cricle I'm currently in.
Hi Erwin,
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your cousin. I understand that this is a difficult time for you.
You may find our page on bereavement helpful, this looks at the subject of bereavement, how it affects autistic people and what we can do to help: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/mental-health/bereavement
You may like to have a look at the mental health section of our website which has useful links to information and advice about a range of mental health issues: www.autism.org.uk/.../mental-health
The following information about depression may be of your interest: depression https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/mental-health/depression
If you feel that you might need some support with your mental health, you can find advice and information on how to go about seeking help, including links to other resources and details of helplines and listening support services, here: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/mental-health/seeking-help
If you are interested in counselling (NHS & private), you may like to have a look at the Autism Services Directory: https://www.autism.org.uk/directory under ‘Health & Counsellors’.
This guide produced by NAS may be of interest. It collates suggestions on ways professionals can make mental health talking therapies better for autistic people. Content note- the guide contains sections on suicide and self-harm: Good practice guide for professionals delivering therapy
I hope this information is helpful.
Kind Regards,
Rosie Mod