burnout and catatonia

Lark 6 months ago

Hi, I have been experiencing symptoms of burn out and catatonia. Would my GP be able to help? if not who should I approach for help? Thanks for any input in advance

Eunice Mod 6 months ago

Dear Lark,

Thank you for sharing this with our community. You may want to take a look at our page about catatonia: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/mental-health/catatonia

On the page, you can find information about treatment, medication, and support for catatonia, as well as some useful links.

Thank you, Lark. I hope this helps.

Warm regards,

Eunice Mod
Lark 6 months ago in reply to Bunny

Thank you for youe help
Bunny 6 months ago in reply to Lark

You're welcome!

There's a link to a template letter on this page, under the heading "Asking for a carer’s assessment", along with related instructions:

https://contact.org.uk/help-for-families/information-advice-services/social-care/carers-assessments/
Lark 6 months ago in reply to Bunny

Hi, Thankyou for the welcome. I've requested a carers assesment by phone some weeks ago but not heard anything. Maybe I will put in in writing. Could you direct me to the template letter on the site. Its mentioned but I can't find it? thank you for your help
Bunny 6 months ago

Hi and welcome to the community.

Your GP certainly might be able to help, including by making a referral to a specialist if appropriate; I strongly suggest making an appointment.

You might also find the advice in these resources helpful:

NAS - Autistic fatigue and burnout

Lark said:
I am a carer for a family member

NAS - Social care for carers in England

(including potentially requesting a carer's assessment - info for other UK countries is available via the menu bar)
Lark 6 months ago in reply to Uhane

Hi, I am a carer for a family member so I cant avoid it
Uhane 6 months ago

Can you avoid the situations that bring it on? This is what I do.