Hi, Im trying to do some research around birth trauma and autism. I have asked professionals and they just seem to frown and not really know whether there is a link or not. I would be really grateful for any thoughts or personal experiences as I believe that there may be a link somewhere.
Many thanks
My son works in a very large factory, he walks five miles there and five back every day doing 12 hour shifts. The problem is that his employers are asking more and more of him all of the time and because he thinks that he has to complete his job to a very high standard, he is trying to work faster and faster but he just cant get the job done even, he even goes without a break to try to complete his tasks. Stress has overtaken him and as you know, he has had a complete break down.
Sadly, I dont think he would return even if his employers were willing to help him because he has lost all confidence in them.
I know that he is a really good worker and Im sure you are too if you are given the chance.
Good employers are very hard to find Jon but there are some out there who would welcome people such as you or my son, its just trying to find one who understands.
Just try to have confidence in your own abilities Jon, try to get yourself well and then decide what job you would like to do and talk to the disability department at the job centre to see if they can help; I have found them to be really helpful in the past.
In terms of your current employment, what do you feel is the best way forward? I am going to see my sons HR manager to discuss his options and then take it from there.
I am also going to see if I can contact someone in the Autistic Society to see if they have someone who could help with employment issues.
I will keep you posted and let you know how things are going.
Take care Jon
My son works in a very large factory, he walks five miles there and five back every day doing 12 hour shifts. The problem is that his employers are asking more and more of him all of the time and because he thinks that he has to complete his job to a very high standard, he is trying to work faster and faster but he just cant get the job done even, he even goes without a break to try to complete his tasks. Stress has overtaken him and as you know, he has had a complete break down.
Sadly, I dont think he would return even if his employers were willing to help him because he has lost all confidence in them.
I know that he is a really good worker and Im sure you are too if you are given the chance.
Good employers are very hard to find Jon but there are some out there who would welcome people such as you or my son, its just trying to find one who understands.
Just try to have confidence in your own abilities Jon, try to get yourself well and then decide what job you would like to do and talk to the disability department at the job centre to see if they can help; I have found them to be really helpful in the past.
In terms of your current employment, what do you feel is the best way forward? I am going to see my sons HR manager to discuss his options and then take it from there.
I am also going to see if I can contact someone in the Autistic Society to see if they have someone who could help with employment issues.
I will keep you posted and let you know how things are going.
Take care Jon
