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Need some direction

Need some direction

Hi all,

This is my first time using the forums, so a bit about me.

I have cluster b personality traits and probable ASD. I just like to say im neurodiversive.

Ive been unemployed now going on 7 months. I worked in the finance sector (something i didnt want to do in the first place) for over a decade and want to work and volunteer in the healthcare/medical sector as its closer to my interests. Im on medications, been on different kinds since i was a teenager, and recently underwent TMS therapy.

Im increasingly concerned about my "everyday" alienation and if it will lead back to previous self harm behaviours. I dislike being unemployed, and I have concerns of its long term effects. Everyday fustration is also unpleaseant.

Ive contacted some different agencies and such, and i submitt applications every day, but I really feel services to assist someone like me are lacking. Surely someone can point me in the right direction of an agency or group who can assist me find even volunteer work? Anything to get a foothold into the healthcare sector. if i ever needed assistance it would be now. My wife struggles to assist me and i dont think i have a strong support network overall, its hard to tell sometimes. Even if theres some kind of support group i could go to, for people with mental health issues struggling to find roles? I have no purpose at the moment, i need something. Maybe even advice on how to best manage myself during this downtime.

Any advice, tips or directions anybody can give me is appriciated.

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hey @Aw84

Nice to see you here
Are you new to the forums?

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All fascinating topics to read about @Aw84 Have you read many Jared Diamond books? Guns, Germs & Steel being the one that sprang to mind when you mentioned disease

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