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Hi everyone. New here. I suffer from Schizoaffective disorder, am medicated, have had therapy, done the ect route, etc. I have two wonderful teenagers, one with ASD and a wonderful husband. I just get so tired and lonely…
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@Kyle1 I end the day pretty drained caring for a teen with ASD. I have so many worries and just want to be so compassionate and caring and understanding…am I doing the right thing? Who knows. I just have to keep on keeping on and trust my instincts I guess. We have support from a psychiatrist and counsellor so I am so grateful for that. But I sometimes want answers quicker than they can give me.
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Kyle1Senior Contributor
hi @Former-Member
I don't know where on the spectrum your teen sits. Mine are high functioning, so it isn't the struggle for me as it may be for some, I admit...
But you mentioned being compassionate and understanding, and if it's the right thing?
My response is: always.
And if you're able, apply these virtues and behaviour to yourself, aswell.
I know that can be hard sometimes. We get overwhelmed. Isolated. Beat ourselves up... But we keep trying, hey?
And yes, having supports like psych and counsellor are something to be grateful for.
But may I ask: what is it that you want answers for so quickly??
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Hi @Kyle1 , I just meant in terms of the waiting for NDIS support. It would mean so many more supports would become available for my teen. It would change our lives. And I totally agree: compassion and understanding ALWAYS.
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Kyle1Senior Contributor
what do have planned for tonight, @Former-Member ?
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tymeModerator
Hey @Peacemaker @Kyle1 ,
I believe the above message from @Former-Member is for you.
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Unknown userMember
No, @Kyle1 have decided to take some time for ME and am going to delve into those gardening books I picked up from the library the other day.
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Kyle1Senior Contributor
oh, thank you @tyme
Wow @Former-Member ... imagine how good its going to feel to conquer a mountain!! 👍
We are having a pies and movie nite at home on the couch. School hols have officially begun
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tymeModerator
Have a good evening @Former-Member @Kyle1 ,
We can chat over the weekend. Tag me into your posts if you want.
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