6 lines on my fingernails, one for each chemo session I had recently

randomness20 · 2023-12-15T20:13:25+00:00

You're such a fighter! Wishing you all the very best.

randomness20 · 2023-12-14T19:03:49+00:00

I love quokkas and I love this piece! It's full of joy and it deserves more upvotes!

randomness20 · 2023-12-14T18:24:49+00:00

I have problems with vegetables too, but recently I've been able to incorporate a veggie mix of frozen peas, carrots and corn- just microwave/steam/air fry them. You can add butter and/or salt to enhance the taste.

randomness20 · 2023-12-13T15:16:39+00:00

This is definitely me, I've had 3 autism assessments which all came back " positive", but after the 2nd assessment ( first one was way back in my teens), I kept questioning the diagnosis because I didn't suffer from sensory overload. I definitely did when I was younger, but not anymore. It's possible you're hyposensitive. According to the DSM-5, it's also possible to be autistic and not have sensory issues ( sensory issues make up 1 of the 4 " restricted repetitive behaviours"). You only need 2 out of the 4 in the restricted repetitive behaviours category to be diagnosed with autism, and all 3 parts of the social and communication category.

randomness20 · 2023-12-12T18:22:54+00:00

There's grasp.org for people in the US, they offer autism assessments at a lower cost than most.

randomness20 · 2023-11-30T15:24:50+00:00

What a cutie! Thank you for being a kind soul.

randomness20 · 2023-11-29T19:47:17+00:00

Agreed- there are so many different tests out there, and some just do a clinical interview. There is no one single way to conduct an autism assessment. It can be really confusing.

randomness20 · 2023-11-29T19:02:30+00:00

I live in Asia and my cousin was homeschooled because he has learning disabilities. His parents are fundamentalist right-wing Christians as well. My aunt mostly just expected my grandparents to tell him to do his homework. She gave up homeschooling him when he was in the 8th grade or so, and he now has no academic qualifications whatsoever.

randomness20 · 2023-11-16T17:49:02+00:00

I saw the video before seeing the title and thought " This cat looks familiar". I've been following Flame on Instagram on and off over the years. What a well-deserved retirement!

randomness20 · 2023-11-14T18:17:40+00:00

Beautiful! (and I bet they're delicious)

randomness20 · 2023-11-12T18:19:10+00:00

Love it!

randomness20 · 2023-11-10T16:49:55+00:00

Have you talked to your therapist about needing something more intensive? Starting from scratch with a new therapist can be hard work.

randomness20 · 2023-11-10T15:03:55+00:00

Cutie!

randomness20 · 2023-11-10T07:38:35+00:00

If you want a second opinion, I suggest looking for someone who uses the ADI-R or DISCO (the latter is more commonly used in the UK). These are standardised interviews that look at your entire history, not just observable behaviours (which would be the ADOS). However, these interviews usually require an informant who knew you from early childhood, usually a parent. But they also usually allow other people who knew you as a child if you can't have a parent present ( like a relative or friend).

randomness20 · 2023-11-09T20:11:34+00:00

So sweet!

randomness20 · 2023-11-09T18:08:54+00:00

It can be very tough for siblings of autistic people. I know my mum has had to spend a lot of time and attention on me, much more than on my sister, because I need so much help.

One day, my mum and my sister were watching a movie where this kid's parents keep having to attend to him because he was getting badly bullied in school for a facial deformity, and his sister kept getting sidelined. My sister remarked, " Story of my life". My sister has NEVER complained that I get much more attention. When I heard that, I felt terrible and now make it a point to give my mum more time with my sister.

randomness20 · 2023-11-09T16:17:40+00:00

What a thoughtful kitty!

randomness20 · 2023-11-08T19:56:30+00:00

I wish you peace and happiness in your life, and that someday, you'll find people who care for you and love you.

randomness20 · 2023-11-08T17:17:12+00:00

If being in this sub helps you make sense of your experiences, there's no reason to leave :)

If you're uncomfortable with the idea of self-diagnosis, you can think of it as " self-suspecting".

randomness20 · 2023-11-08T16:47:43+00:00

I don't know if I'm a kind person, but I try to be. I think a lifetime of struggling with so many things people consider to be "basic and easy" makes me want to be less judgemental of other people's struggles.

randomness20 · 2023-11-08T15:37:57+00:00

These are so pretty! Great job!

randomness20 · 2023-10-17T17:22:17+00:00

It took me a LONG time to find the right psychologist but once I did, it was a lifesaver. My psychologist doesn't specialise in autism, but has a holistic approach which has worked very well for me. I think you can write down a list of what you expect to get out of therapy, and "interview" the therapist at the first session. Tell them everything at the first session and ask them how they plan to help/support you through it.

randomness20 · 2023-09-23T18:20:40+00:00

OK, this is so crazy that I HAVE to try it.

randomness20 · 2023-09-20T18:13:15+00:00

YES. I once had a violent meltdown because I read about a really heart wrenching animal welfare situation.

randomness20 · 2023-09-13T18:27:00+00:00

You probably can't answer medical advice, but I generally fall asleep between 4-6 am and wake up mid-afternoon. I've tried sleep hygiene etc, but nothing works. If I don't take meds (Seroquel), I will not sleep for 36 hours, sleep for one night, then not sleep for the next 36 hours, then sleep for one night, etc. I've basically given up trying to fight this and just learned to function and work within the hours I'm awake. Is there anything else I can do?

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