Hi, Is there any autism advocates?
I need some help with my undiagnosed autism and people not understanding I am autistic but have had medications which have harmed and medical treatment which also had a detrimental effect. I’m female.
Hi, Is there any autism advocates?
I need some help with my undiagnosed autism and people not understanding I am autistic but have had medications which have harmed and medical treatment which also had a detrimental effect. I’m female.
Hello Water
I am sorry to hear that you have had this experience. You may find the following useful:
Advocacy Services - Search online for 'advocacy + [name of your Local Authority/Trust]'. Some autism friendly advocacy services are also listed in our Autism Services Directory: https://www.autism.org.uk/directory
You may want to visit the other resources on our website, we have advice and guidance on a wide range of information about autism, socialising and relationships, communication and education: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance
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. Please do reach out if you feel that you need support and are struggling.
All the best,
Chloe Mod
Hello Water
I am sorry to hear that you have had this experience. You may find the following useful:
Advocacy Services - Search online for 'advocacy + [name of your Local Authority/Trust]'. Some autism friendly advocacy services are also listed in our Autism Services Directory: https://www.autism.org.uk/directory
You may want to visit the other resources on our website, we have advice and guidance on a wide range of information about autism, socialising and relationships, communication and education: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance
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. Please do reach out if you feel that you need support and are struggling.
All the best,
Chloe Mod