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HELP !!!

NAS71537

Hi,

My son is 19. He has depression, anxiety, low mood, low self esteem, anger, frustration, eating problems resulting in weight loss, excessive sweating and is awaiting an Autism assessment.

He has tried Sertraline, Mirtazapine, Citralopram and Propranolol. . . . none have suited.

He refuses to attend any type of Talking therapy and being put in a 'talking, social' situation terrifies him, he just can't do it.

This has gone on now for around 10 years and we are getting no where.

For him now, he sees that no one and nothing can help him; Its either antidepressants or talking therapy and tablets haven't worked and he can't do therapy.

As time goes on things are becoming increasingly worse for him. It is also very hard as parents. . . .what else can we do to help him ?

I have approached his doctor about trying more antidepressants, referral to see a clinical psychiatrist, hormone specialist , prescribed antiperspirants, everything and anything i can think of to show him people are trying to help him. . . . . but she has dismissed all of these requests.

There seems to be a lack of support for us as parents too. It would be so nice to get help and advice from professionals as to how we get through this too. We can't just not do anything  . . . . .any advice and guidance from anyone out there would be most appreciated.

Thank you x

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  • Hello, I just wanted to say I really feel for you and your son.  I don't have any answers I'm afraid but I do understand that, as parents, we just want our children to be as happy as they can be, however that may present itself.  My son is 20 and was diagnosed with autism last year.  He also has Alexithymia (no thoughts or feelings), is totally locked up and isn't really functioning in daily life.  So I'm trying to see how I can help him in any way I can.  

    I do agree with someone else here that your GP is being very unhelpful and unsupportive so I would definitely ask to see another one if you can.  I'm currently looking for a psychiatrist who understands autism and Alexithymia, who would be able to prescribe medication if they think my son needs it (though from what you and others say, medication often doesn't work). It's a minefield out there though and hard to know which way to turn.

    Wishing you luck.  x

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  • Hello, I just wanted to say I really feel for you and your son.  I don't have any answers I'm afraid but I do understand that, as parents, we just want our children to be as happy as they can be, however that may present itself.  My son is 20 and was diagnosed with autism last year.  He also has Alexithymia (no thoughts or feelings), is totally locked up and isn't really functioning in daily life.  So I'm trying to see how I can help him in any way I can.  

    I do agree with someone else here that your GP is being very unhelpful and unsupportive so I would definitely ask to see another one if you can.  I'm currently looking for a psychiatrist who understands autism and Alexithymia, who would be able to prescribe medication if they think my son needs it (though from what you and others say, medication often doesn't work). It's a minefield out there though and hard to know which way to turn.

    Wishing you luck.  x

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  • in reply to NAS71570

    Hi, Thank you for taking the time to reply.

    My son is on his 3rd GP now, none so far seem to understand him at all. Im not sure if i start again with another or just keep going. . . . .

    My son has only been on the waiting list for an Autism assessment recently so we possibly have 2 years to wait. I have thought about trying to fund a private assessment.

    My son is switched off to all professionals now which makes it very difficult for him to agree to see anyone. He will just say 'whats the point, no one can help me or they would have done my now'.

    I asked the GP for a referral to see a clinical psychiatrist but she didn't even discuss it. I have an appointment with her this week so will discuss further.

    I hope you find a psychiatrist who understands Autism and Alexithymia and they are able to help.

    It has been helpful talking to you.

    Thank you.

    Take care