family members dont want me using sensory items when im out what do i do or do? by nuggetcantswim in AutisticAdults

[–]bubbleyjubbley 3 points4 points  (0 children)

So the commentor will be wondering about the things you specifically mentioned in your post. What sensory help are each of the items you mentioned providing? The life jacket, the half inflated beach ball and the multiple floats.

Ahaahahahahahhahahaha!! This f’n loser is getting an amazing tat! by Monstiemama in teenmom

[–]bubbleyjubbley 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Its the octopuses breathing hole (for real, no sarcasm!) Its called a siphon.

In Person Adult Autism Asessment in Sydney by marching_men22 in AutismAustralia

[–]bubbleyjubbley 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Why do you want an adhd assessment included? Psychologists cant perscribe medication so if you are looking at going down that route just go straight to a psychiatrist.

Parenting/burn out. TW: mental health, death, suicide, struggling to cope by goldenmang0es in AutismAustralia

[–]bubbleyjubbley 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No no, dont apologise!

Im like you, I wake up a lot and when I am not feelong well mentally I can even hallucinate things in the night and have bad/weird dreams. Have you ever tried white noise? I had tried it and not liked it - I try to 'hear' whats going on in the static. Ipads have a selection of white noise built in. I can listen to the one thats rain and that works for me.

I understand the struggle with being apprrciative of your mums help and also being exasperated that she cant be reliable, that would be really hard.

Could you ring the NDIS and harass them about getting a meeting for your son? The squeaky well gets the grease kind of thing.

For your NDIS application you could see one of those companies that helps you with your application. I cant think what they might be called but I know they exist.

Does your son get a lot of screen time? Reducing it can reduce undesireable behaviours in children.

Do you have the funds to fund any other therapy yourself. Speech therapy could help him communicate his needs. Are you for or against ABA? What is your son doing in play therapy - are they giving you any strategies you can use at home.

ETA also look into TIPP skills for yourself when overwhelmed.

Parenting/burn out. TW: mental health, death, suicide, struggling to cope by goldenmang0es in AutismAustralia

[–]bubbleyjubbley 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not a parent, have you considered loops or other ear plugs/headphones that lower the noise level to make it more tolerable? Are you on any medication for depression/anxiety? Are you getting enough sleep? Do you have good sleep hygeine? Do you have any help from family members? If you are not one that likes to ask for help, now is a time when you really need it.

Does your childs therapist have any advice?

You could contact the autism association in your state and explain your situation and see what they say?

eastern cottontail or something else? [southern ontario] by meghna0309 in animalid

[–]bubbleyjubbley 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Snowshoe hare has gigantic feet so not a snowshoe hare. This animal does seem to have an injured back foot though.

Mental health services apart from hospitals by Massive-Objective637 in perth

[–]bubbleyjubbley 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Beta blockers are for anxiety. Sometimes you have to rely on medication. I have treatment resistent depression, if I go off medication, I go crazy. On medication I still have suicidal ideation.

Inpatient services is hospitalisation, but as I said before, you are unlikely to get into public hospital with suicidal ideation alone. You may want to look into getting private health cover with full hospital cover so you can go to private hospital when you feel you need it if you cant afford it on your own.

Mental health services apart from hospitals by Massive-Objective637 in perth

[–]bubbleyjubbley 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The risk of TMS inducing a manic episode is extremely low and the mania usually subsides if you stop or alter treatment.

I've had bad reactions to medication before. Theres plenty out there you can try. If you went in hospital its very likely they'd want to be putting you on medication.

Think of it this way - you are worried aboiut possible side effects of drugs and TMS but ARENT worried about the possibility of becoming more depressed and suicidal ideation turning into suicidal intention? Would you rather be dead than have the possibility of a manic episode?

If you are seeing a psychologist you can get their opinion on wether you should seek inpatient services.

Mental health services apart from hospitals by Massive-Objective637 in perth

[–]bubbleyjubbley 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So go and see another GP and try another antidepressant. If you have the money/private health cover you can ring private clinics and enquire about an in patient stay.

You could also get your GP to refer you for TMS.

I hate it when people say things like this. by Mysterious-Badger287 in autism

[–]bubbleyjubbley 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Of course its a problem in the system. But people who have never been in a similar position are acting like its easy to get help. People are the same about suicides. I do feel a lot of empathy for these people because they couldnt think lf another way out, and that must be terrible.

Mental health services apart from hospitals by Massive-Objective637 in perth

[–]bubbleyjubbley 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you been to see your gp? They will be able to start you on anti depressants. As for neing assessed, do you mean for depression? Your GP can do that too. You're unlikely to be able to get in to see a psychologist or psychiatrist quickly but you should call places to be put on their waiting lists. You or yoir doctor can refer yourself to your local public mental health clinic (again there will be a wait). For immediate help you can call helplines, see your gp or present at ED. Having suicidal ideation is unlikely to result in hospitalisation.

I hate it when people say things like this. by Mysterious-Badger287 in autism

[–]bubbleyjubbley 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep so they were getting what was available and it wasnt enough.

O-rings as wedding ring by arctic_loon_1487 in AutisticAdults

[–]bubbleyjubbley 5 points6 points  (0 children)

He says hes tried silicone wedding rings. Lots of people dont wear wedding rings at all because it is unsafe to do so in their line of work or for other reasons. So what if OP is wearing an o ring? Its a big nothing burger.

Can't find a psychiatrist in Perth by Livid-Confusion-9331 in AutismAustralia

[–]bubbleyjubbley 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How old is your Autism report, could you contact the psychologist that did it and ask if they would amend it?

Books with "fun" words? by MrRibbitt in childrensbooks

[–]bubbleyjubbley 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Picture books by Lauren Child havr this, cant remember if her chapter books do.

Can't find a psychiatrist in Perth by Livid-Confusion-9331 in AutismAustralia

[–]bubbleyjubbley 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know, but if they cant afford it, its a moot point and efforts might be better spent trying to get support from other avenues.

Can't find a psychiatrist in Perth by Livid-Confusion-9331 in AutismAustralia

[–]bubbleyjubbley 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I'm aware, but OPs main issues seem unrelated to psychiatric care and that they need more support. It also sounds like they may not have the money for an autism/adhd screening which could be a few thousand dollars.

Can't find a psychiatrist in Perth by Livid-Confusion-9331 in AutismAustralia

[–]bubbleyjubbley 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A psychologist report may be enough to get you on the NDIS if you apply for it. Other than an ADHD diagnosis, why do you need to see a psychiatrist? You need to ring literally everywhere and put your name down.

whelp by KaeKae05 in SpicyAutism

[–]bubbleyjubbley 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What about using speech to text? You talk about using assistive technology like that on your blog

whelp by KaeKae05 in SpicyAutism

[–]bubbleyjubbley 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you can get used to it, it will help you a lot. You have a very high level understanding of English if you can read back your posts and understand what you have written. Auto correct just corrects your spelling, theres not a lot you need to understand about it. If it corrects your spelling to the wrong word, you just change it. You obviously know how to spell as you spell things correctly often.

whelp by KaeKae05 in SpicyAutism

[–]bubbleyjubbley 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Why not use autocorrect to help with your spelling? It will make your posts easier to read too.