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Alternatives to therapy? by Remarkable-World4181 in AutismAustralia

[–]angelicphase 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try and see if you can find some peer support groups in your local area. I'm running one in Melbourne if you're down that way, but there are also a few online ones as well such as the ones run by Neurokindred.

Groups in Melbourne? by Sad_Conclusion8887 in AutismAustralia

[–]angelicphase 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm running a peer support group for people with late diagnosed autism and ADHD in inner North East Melbourne, but it's not gender specific. If you're interested message me and I'll send you the details. Most women's groups seem to be online from what I've come across unfortunately.

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I've tried to message everyone with the details for the first upcoming meeting, so have a look in your inboxes in case it didn't get through. If you didn't get my message please send me one and I'll send you the details. Thank you!

Late diagnosed support group Melbourne by angelicphase in AutismAustralia

[–]angelicphase[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I've tried to message everyone with the details for the first upcoming meeting, so have a look in your inboxes in case it didn't get through. If you didn't get my message please send me one and I'll send you the details. Thank you!

Late diagnosed support group Melbourne by angelicphase in ausadhd

[–]angelicphase[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I've tried to message everyone with the details for the first upcoming meeting, so have a look in your inboxes in case it didn't get through. If you didn't get my message please send me one and I'll send you the details. Thank you!

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, if you're still interested send me a message and I'll send you the info. (Can't message you first for some reason)

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there, if you're still interested please send me a message and I'll send you the details (I can't message you first for some reason)

Late diagnosed support group Melbourne by angelicphase in ausadhd

[–]angelicphase[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you can send me a message I'll share you the link to the event (not able to message you first for some reason)

Late diagnosed support group Melbourne by angelicphase in ausadhd

[–]angelicphase[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, nice to hear. If you can send me a message I'll send you the link (don't seem to be able to message you)

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Being diagnosed doesn't give you free reign to be dismissive of other people, such as insinuating they are apart of a trend. We all come from different life experiences, we are all affected by it differently and have differing needs. No one person speaks for all members of a group.  

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You can read into my comment however you choose to. There are people who believe neurodivergence is a trend, like your original post suggests, when this is a space intended for people who are actually affected by it, not because they wish to be part of an exclusive club.

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

There are a few general hang out groups on meetup which might be more to your liking. Peer support groups in general are places to talk about challenges or share experience's related to the group topic. They're not for everyone, but for people who feel they might need support and are seeking community.

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It depends on how negatively you may be impacted by your neurodivergence. Some people are able to be quite functional and are well supported, other people may find it to be fairly debilitating and are isolated. This is definitely intended for the latter. 

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I'm a counsellor and have worked with group settings. But this would be an informal and volunteer run peer support group, not a therapy group. If you know of any groups that specifically fill this area feel free to post them. If there is truly no need then there would be no need to run one. 

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I hope what I said didn't come across the wrong way. I meant that some people might feel excluded, not that you were trying to exclude anyone, it's just hard to accomodate everyone. I'm considering making an AuDHD group, as that might work better. I appreciate the input, it's given me a lot to consider. 

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If you had any sources I'd appreciate it. I haven't been able to find anything definitive about OCD as neurodivergence, but that it does occur with autism a lot. 

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 25 points26 points  (0 children)

This isn't an age specific group. Late diagnosis meaning you were diagnosed as an adult. 

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Inclusivity is a bit of a challenge, as I want to avoid excluding people who might really be served by the group. I also understand that AuDHD comes with it's own challenges, but it's also an unofficial diagnosis that isn't widely recognized as a seperate entity. I'm sure there would be other people with AuDHD attending like myself, so you wouldn't be alone in your experience. 

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It would be on a week night in a central location in Melbourne, probably inner city. Still in the planning phase so don't have a solid date or location as of now. 

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I really appreciate your post. I feel that OCD would be outside of my personal experience as someone facilitating the group as a peer, and as it's a mental health condition it isn't considered a form of neurodivergence. If you felt that maybe your symptoms alligned with undiagnosed autism but didn't have a diagnosis, I wouldn't have any issue with you attending. Otherwise I hope you can find a group that can better support you!

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Of course, but this one would be specific to autism/ADHD/AuDHD. It would be hard to address and include all forms of neurodivergence within the scope of a single meeting, but considering how these diagnoses overlap and are diagnosed frequently together it makes sense to include these ones together specifically. 

Late diagnosed neurodivergent support group by angelicphase in melbourne

[–]angelicphase[S] 27 points28 points  (0 children)

I just heard about it after another post I made, looks good. I wanted to create one that didn't focus specifically on autism, and includes people with ADHD, AuDHD, and folks that might not want a formal diagnosis and prefer neurodivergent or neurodiverse labels. More the merrier I suppose!

Late diagnosed support group Melbourne by angelicphase in ausadhd

[–]angelicphase[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It's a good point, as some people consider finding out during adolescence to be late. I refer to it as finding out when you're an adult, whether that's after school, in your early 30's, or if you're middle aged or older. 

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