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Recent content by Emerald

  1. Emerald

    Should i try to get diagnosed?

    Thats a useful link, thanks. I just dont want it to be like my childhood, warm milk and nylon sheets etc!
  2. Emerald

    Should i try to get diagnosed?

    This is really helpful, thank you! I do feel that i have learned to live with my traits, and so long as i am unmolested by other's demands i can keep myself well. The lonliness is hard, though, i wonder about getting a dog.
  3. Emerald

    Should i try to get diagnosed?

    I am in the UK too. I guess im worried about social workery types, who seem to have power out of all proportion to their knowledge, being able to take charge of my life as I get older.
  4. Emerald

    Should i try to get diagnosed?

    Im struggling with the screen being covered in moving adverts. I don't do social media. But i do need support! I live in the UK. I just dont know if there might be adverse consequences to being diagnosed. I am already diagnosed with Complex PTSD but no one has ever heard of that, even my gp...
  5. Emerald

    Should i try to get diagnosed?

    I'm in the uk. This is the first forum I've ever tried. Im struggling with the phone screen being covered in adverts...but i wanted to say im very glad for you to have a pension and freedom to live how you like.
  6. Emerald

    Should i try to get diagnosed?

    Hi, This is my first post. I am in my 60's and have just requested an Autism and Adhd assessment from my gp. I feel i would like the validation of an explanation for my lifelong difficulties. But, I am also concerned that being diagnosed might be used against me , especially as i get older...
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