Up until my autism diagnosis was confirmed I was aware of all my symptoms and how I presented, but I had no diagnosis on my neurological symptoms.
Through researching the Autism arising from my cerebral palsy brain damage and my Consultant’s findings, I finally understand my Autism and its characteristics. Like difficulties with abstract, imaginative or …
Read on »Something inspirational:
“Don’t sacrifice your peace trying to point out someone’s true colours. Lack of character always reveals itself in the end.”
MANDY HALE
Read on »All institutions and organisations have Codes of Conduct that they must adhere to. Governments too must set the standard as a leading example for us all to follow.
Codes of Conduct is an agreement on rules of behaviour for a group or organisation that sets the standard and outlining in principal the social norms and responsibilities that are expected and/or proper …
Read on »It’s important I know I have Autism, not so that I define myself by it, but knowing I have it means I can look back on my memories and rightly place them with my Autism diagnosis.
It’s fair to say that I was never encouraged to think independently as a child. In a way that helped with my neurological issues, because I coped better not having to make decisions. Sensory issues flag up so many …
Read on »Toxic grandparents don’t just become toxic, they’re usually toxic parents long before they become toxic grandparents.
When parents become grandparents, they sometimes find it hard to adjust into their new roles. But where there are conflicts between grandparents and parents, there is usually an issue with control, roles and …
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“My pain my be the reason for somebody’s laugh, but my laugh must never be the reason for somebody’s pain.”
CHARLIE CHAPLIN
Read on »Although retailers are warning that a no-deal Brexit could lead to temporary food shortages, with people already stockpiling with packet food, including tins of food, the government has said food supplies will be secure whether we leave the EU with or without a deal.
But when it comes to tinned foods, we tend to think tinned food is less nutritious than fresh or frozen, but according to …
Read on »Fifty-five years on knowing I have cerebral palsy and Autism is a long way from where I started with no diagnosis on either, and although they give me closure on my symptoms that’s not the real problem here.
To say I am relieved I can finally put a name to my symptoms is an understatement, the journey has been tough. Knowing brings about understanding where I had none, but it’s the misjudgements and opinions …
Read on »Raynaud’s Awareness Month highlights a condition that affects the blood supply to certain parts of the body such as the fingers and toes.
It is known as Raynaud’s disease, Raynaud’s syndrome or Raynaud’s. It affects up to 20% of the adult population, worldwide. In the UK there may be as many as 10 million people living with the condition …
Read on »Something inspirational:
“Progress is a nice word. But change is its motivator. And change has its enemies.”
ROBERT KENNEDY
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