Published on 12, July, 2020
After struggling with mental health issue, depression and anxiety for most of my life (I'm 50). I have only just found out that ASD? has been sitting on my doctors records since 2018. I'm trying to wrap my head around a lot of new information. The symptoms are all ringing really loud bells and past issues regarding relationships and sensory processing issues are starting to make a great deal of sense.
in my area, i am looking at 18 months for an assessment by the neurodevelopment team. How do i describe myself until then?
Also, am I entitled to any support? while there are areas of live I'm really good at, I struggle with day to day stuff.
I am currently losing my flat after 12 years and I am struggling trying to find somewhere to live or deal with anything to do with the situation.
In other words, HELP!
Thank you!
u can do it say to yourself everyday --- " I am handling everything just fine " ----- it is part of a positive thinking course which helps boost your thinking.
thank you so much! I managed to get a referral to a housing charity through adult social services. It's al very bewildering . Too much to process at once but I'm hanging on in there.
because the situation is urgent can you ring this helpline below when they are next open which is Monday. You need to talk to CAB ( citizens advice bureau ) about getting yourself somewhere to live. Declare yourself as homeless.
Then get your GP to refer to the ND team you mentioned for an assessment as soon as you can
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