Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi
I am a 31 year old AFAB person and your experience resonated with me so much (apart from the assessment bit, I'm still on the waiting list - but the guy sounds like he doesn't know what to look for in females) Have you done the online Autism Quotient…
Puffin - how are you doing?
I think denial is the commonest reaction. Even my brother refused to accept that our little boy [his nephew] is AS. I think it is hard for people to accept that anything could possibly be wrong with their genes [Especially men…
I can completely relate. You are not being unreasonable. I'm having difficulties with the noise in my workplace and have also had a meltdown recently. I already sit on my own in the corner, where I've always sat (Had to change roles due to change…
When purchasing ear defenders look at what decibel rating they're supposed to cut out and go for the highest decibel reduction. Even then you may have to reduce your expectations somewhat if you're highly sensitive to noise. Other people assume that they…
Here's a list of what I keep in my bags, and how I keep them organized.
Before packing my bags, I think of all of my senses-- as well as how to manage my sensory needs.
Vision Management:
I see my autism as a disability in the same way that I see my height as a disability. If everyone was like me and the world was designed for us, it wouldn't be a problem. As it is, I have to climb the shelves at the supermarket every week, carry something…
I recently realised that I have enough money in cash savings to purchase a flat (mortgage-free) in my area. This would save me £850 a month in rent, so financially it's a very sensible decision, and would also mean I could move out of my current place…
I took this test about twelve months ago and got a score of 48 out of possible 50. I've just taken it again or refresh my memory, and got a score of 42. I answered a couple of questions differently, and I'm certain I know which ones. I tend to…
M said:I really struggle to give my children undivided attention. I haye being disturbed from whatever I'm doing and I struggle with their voices in a physical way. Why do children have such high pitched voices?!
Children have such high pitched voices…
Welcome! I had an adult diagnosis at 30 and the things that have helped me the most are: noise-cancelling earplugs / headphones, tinted glasses for indoors, scheduling quiet time into the diary for at least a full day at the weekends (usually Sunday)…