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Hi im new

sooshyne

Hi, ive never been on one of these sites, so im mot sure how to start.

I dont know how much people disclose on here. I just know i need help support, advice....anything! 

My daughter was diagnosed with ADHD and ausbergers 2 years ago and its just been such a struggle.

She doesnt cope at school, has food issues, has self harmed. 

This are very overwelming for me, im a single parent of 2

Im trying to find a support group in my area, i need to have support from people who understand my struggles.  My heart breaks to see her struggle! 

This seem to be gettjng on one hand-but worse on the other

She falls out with friends all the time, and has never managed to keep friendships for any length of time......im really tired of everything at the moment

  • Hi my daughter, 15, has just been diagnosed with Aspergers (last week). I recognise some of the difficulties your daughter is suffering in my own daughter. She has never fitted in at school and has trouble making friends which has led to loneliness, isolation, bullying and low self esteem. I really feel for you as I am a single parent too, but you are not alone and there is support out there, you just have to look for iti! I am only just finding things out for myself; one piece of advice is take care of yourself if you can! Your daughter will grow into a lovely young woman.....have faith, stay strong and good luck.

  • I am a sible parent too, I have 2 children, one has ASD and other issues :(

    Its so hard to cope with sometimes, but just wantet to let you know you are not alone in this. How old is she?

    My son gets short breaks which is not a lot but better than nothing, he gets time away to spend with friends and I get to spend some time with my other son too.

    worth looking into

  • Thank you for taking time to reply and with so much help. Its very much appreciated.  I will have a look into the things you have suggested

    Thanks again

  • On the NAS website they have area-specific support:

    http://www.autism.org.uk/our-services/find-nas-services-in-your-area/local-services.aspx

    As a single parent, you could ask social services for an assessment of your need as a carer.  This could give you some respite care.

    Does she have a statement of special educational needs at school?  If not, I would apply for one for her (which you are entitled to do as her parent):

    https://www.gov.uk/apply-special-educational-needs-assessment

    Is your daughter getting support from CAMHS for her mental health?  If not, you should ask for a referral from your GP.

    You could also Google for social groups for young people with Asperger's in your area.  This would give her some outlet for friendships with others with the same issues, as it is challenging maintaining friendships with neurotypical peers at school.

    You could also set up your own support group and meet other parents of children with ASC/ADHD, you could ask your local Parent Partnership for advice on this as maybe they can put you in contact with other parents in your situation:

    http://www.parentpartnership.org.uk/find-your-pps/

    Good luck.