u/Padackllins

Hi all! I was hoping someone could give me some insight here.

I was diagnosed back in 2021, and all I received was a letter in the post stating that they can confirm I am indeed autistic. No details or anything, just a ‘Yep, you are, now good luck!’. I thought that was odd at the time but figured maybe it was normal given my age (I’m now 35).

I’ve recently started a new job where I have to attend Uni alongside, and after speaking to their Wellbeing team about reasonable adjustments & whatnot (for exams and assessments), they’re saying I should have received some sort of report or breakdown from whoever diagnosed me about their findings. They’re (the uni) saying I can’t get any adjustments without this report, even with the albeit very basic letter confirming my diagnosis.

Is it normal to not receive a report? Or any kind of information regarding my diagnosis? I literally just got a letter confirming it and that’s it.

I was diagnosed through the Integrated Autism Service at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, if that matters.

Any help would be amazing, thank you!

Hi all!

I’m starting a new job soon & require thermal clothing to wear under my uniform. I’ve searched online for tall girl friendly leggings and tops (35” inseam, long arms & torso), but can’t seem to find anything available in the UK.

Does anyone have any recommendations? Ideally not too expensive as I’ll need a few of each, and I’m not flush with cash!

Thanks all 😊

Hi all! I’m looking for recommendations for comfortable thongs, ideally cotton (I’ve heard that’s best for vaginal health?) and no VPL.

I’m starting a job soon with long shifts, likely to get hot and sweaty, and my current favourite (the iconic Primark lacy thongs) probably aren’t ideal for that.

I’m on a budget. I have looked at One Size as my partner swears by their boxers but they’re a bit pricy. Any other recommendations?

Thanks!

Hi all! I’ve recently been given the all clear & received my start date for my chosen police force. I’m due to start end of September, sent off my photo for my warrant card, and awaiting an appointment to collect my kit!

I’m going down the PCEP route, and I’m keen to do attachments with traffic. I’m that bit older at 35, with a 10 year old, so I’m worried about being the old lady of the group!

My force does 3 months in HQ, 1 months out, 3 months back in HQ, then out on my tutorship.

Do any of you have any advice for a new starter? Any recommendations for things to buy beforehand to make things easier, bits of knowledge to learn to make my time in the classroom a bit easier?

I’m unemployed between now & then so I have PLENTY of time to prepare.

Thank you 😊

Hi all! I recently started using Azelaic Acid (The Ordinary 10% suspension) and have broken out in a lot of new spots. They’re in the places I always get spots (chin, jawline and next to my right eyebrow) but they don’t seem to be clearing up after over 3 weeks.

I’ve been using the AA for 4 weeks now, I started using it to calm/clear my rosacea and old acne scars. I’ve read mixed opinions on whether AA can cause purging, it definitely is doing something funky to my skin though.

I initially used it every 3rd night, for 2 weeks, then every 2nd night for 2 weeks, as to try introduce it somewhat slowly to my routine to avoid exactly this.

Is it worth persevering, carrying on using it or stopping it entirely? I haven’t changed anything else in my routine so I know it’s the AA causing this.

Any help/advice would be amazing, thank you!