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Community Stories

Real life stories from people living with autism, ADHD, anxiety and burnout, and from parents and carers who are trying their best every day.

Names and some details may be changed to protect privacy but the feelings and struggles are real.

I thought I was just a bad mum who could not cope. My daughter getting her diagnosis made everything click into place for both of us...

I kept telling myself it was just a busy season. By the time I realised I was in burnout my body had already slammed the brakes...

People see the missed appointments and late messages. They do not see the ten tabs open in your brain all at once...

I love my kids more than anything but some days my anxiety tells me they would be better off without me...

For a long time I thought I was too much or not enough. Finding other neurodivergent people changed everything...

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Your story can be short or long, neat or messy. You do not need perfect words. Just share what it feels like for you.

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