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The Autistic Lorry Driver in need of help

MarkJ

Have just been diagnosed as Autistic at the age of 60, having been treated for depression since my late teens.  My Autistic Diagnosis has been with my GP for some time now, however, I have heard nothing from them.  I’m feeling at a complete loss and not sure if there’s a way out of this.  I go to bed most nights not feeling bothered if I wake up or not.  I’m managing to keep down my job just, but things seem to be spiralling.  It’s very difficult to remain positive.  I just need someone to listen and do something for me.

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  • Hi and congratulations on your diagnosis.

    I'm sorry to hear you are feeling so low. I too have suffered with depression and anxiety and never understood why until I got my diagnosis. Apparently we are more prone to it but at least now I am learning what accomodations I need to make so I don't suffer unnecessarily.

    Can you ask your GP to be referred for some talking therapy or do you have someone close you can confide in who will be understanding and patient with you. Please do not suffer in silence. I never liked to talk about myself but it came to the point where I had to for my own sanity and It does help.

    There is always someone to listen on here, I can listen, you are not alone.

    Sending warm wishes (⁠•⁠‿⁠•⁠)

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  • Hi and congratulations on your diagnosis.

    I'm sorry to hear you are feeling so low. I too have suffered with depression and anxiety and never understood why until I got my diagnosis. Apparently we are more prone to it but at least now I am learning what accomodations I need to make so I don't suffer unnecessarily.

    Can you ask your GP to be referred for some talking therapy or do you have someone close you can confide in who will be understanding and patient with you. Please do not suffer in silence. I never liked to talk about myself but it came to the point where I had to for my own sanity and It does help.

    There is always someone to listen on here, I can listen, you are not alone.

    Sending warm wishes (⁠•⁠‿⁠•⁠)

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