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Difficult finding autism adult groups in south wales.

WelshBoyo1985

I’m struggling with loneliness with autism and I don’t have many friends i know it sound sad but i struggling sometimes with communicated and understanding people with Asperger’s is there any local south wales autism adult groups where i can meet new people or people who can relate to the struggles i have with autism. 

  • Hi and welcome to the community!

    Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for us to feel lonely.

    In addition to hopefully enjoying this community and making some connections here, my first suggestion would be for you to contact your local NAS branch(es) in Wales, who might either run social groups / events themselves, or be able to refer you to other local groups:

    NAS - Branches in Wales

    You might also find it helpful read the advice in these articles:

    NAS - Loneliness - includes links to examples of some other autistic people's experiences of loneliness and how they cope.

    NAS - Making friends - a guide for autistic adults

    You could also ask your GP for a referral to a social prescriber (I've just had my first few appointments, and already have some useful ideas from it). The prescriber's /  link worker's role is to work with you, potentially over several sessions, to develop a personalised care and support plan that meets your practical, social and emotional needs.

    This could include helping you to find local groups, for example. The article below explains more (it’s an England version, but the same model operates in Wales):

    NHS England - Social prescribing

    You might be able to find some socialising opportunities via the the NAS's directory - whether through a local NAS branch, or other types of support group or social programmes:

    NAS - Autism Services Directory

    Finally, you might be able to find some local groups that fit with your interests and hobbies by searching on Facebook and/or Google.