Christine McGuinness and Paddy McGuinness

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I think it's appalling that "masking" now gets proffered as a reason for behaviours which without a neurodivergent diagnosis would be considered narcissistic and attention-seeking.

She's typical fodder for Loose Women though but I think I'll pass on her take on autism and sensory overload. Just carry on with your holidays and relationships, Christine and make sure you have sensory overload-friendly cosmetic surgery and partners who understand and can manage your crippling and restricting social anxiety.
 
neroli said:
I agree. My son is dyspraxic and I always consider it as part of his autism. He'd certainly "qualify" for ADHD but what's the point when its so over-diagnosed now for normal difficulties in people who aren't neurodivergent...Just wanting a "diagnosis".
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It's farcical, isn't it? She belittles the torment some able autistic people suffer.
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If your child ‘qualifies’ for adhd then the ‘point’ of a diagnosis is that
a) he understands himself better and any needs he might have that are adhd symptoms
B) his teachers / college tutors/ employers understand any adaptations he might need as a result of his adhd
C) he has accesss to what can be life changing medication if he chooses later on
By refusing to ’collect diagnoses’ you are refusing him the opportunity for a rich and full life as well as the chance of understanding himself better.
The comments on this thread are horrible, especially from those who claim to be ASD or ‘properly diagnosed’
 
My "child" is nearly 39. He's not bothered about an official ADHD diagnosis. He's fully aware of his executive functioning skills deficits as are the professionals who work with him. He has always been dyspraxic but doesn't need an official diagnosis because it's obvious and he copes.

A diagnosis doesn't always open doors for you and medication for ADHD has always been a controversial subject.
 
neroli said:
My "child" is nearly 39. He's not bothered about an official ADHD diagnosis. He's fully aware of his executive functioning skills deficits as are the professionals who work with him. He has always been dyspraxic but doesn't need an official diagnosis because it's obvious and he copes.

A diagnosis doesn't always open doors for you and medication for ADHD has always been a controversial subject.
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100 percent agree with this. I learnt in my early 20s through my own son being diagnosed with ADHD and autism. I 100 percent have it. I’ve never wanted to chase for an official diagnosis. I’ve just kind of learnt to deal with it and found ways to cope, the only part that I find difficult is the depression and anxiety that usually come a long side it. After seeing my own son try various medications and seen the side effects I just don’t think there for me
 
EAD said:
God she was on Loose Women this week going on about autism and sensory overload. She's never ending.
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I had a look at the clip as I was thinking of this thread and the way it's pointed out that she always mentions it. And sure enough...... I don't mind it being mentioned, just the fact she's autistic, as it may actually help anyone who has it and might feel shame. The only time I went into detail about my sensory difficulties and preferences was during my assessment, because they needed to know that to make a proper assessment and it was one of the things they asked about. But I don't expect anyone else to be interested. I just deal with it and make accommodations for myself. She could mention it in a more general way. Even I get bored with details about other people's sensory preferences and I'm autistic myself.
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gail2611 said:
100 percent agree with this. I learnt in my early 20s through my own son being diagnosed with ADHD and autism. I 100 percent have it. I’ve never wanted to chase for an official diagnosis. I’ve just kind of learnt to deal with it and found ways to cope, the only part that I find difficult is the depression and anxiety that usually come a long side it. After seeing my own son try various medications and seen the side effects I just don’t think there for me
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neroli said:
Autism is literally her meal ticket on this show.

I'd like to see her up against Anne Hegarty on The Chase. Anne would give her short shrift on living with autism.
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100% this.
Shawads said:
If your child ‘qualifies’ for adhd then the ‘point’ of a diagnosis is that
a) he understands himself better and any needs he might have that are adhd symptoms
B) his teachers / college tutors/ employers understand any adaptations he might need as a result of his adhd
C) he has accesss to what can be life changing medication if he chooses later on
By refusing to ’collect diagnoses’ you are refusing him the opportunity for a rich and full life as well as the chance of understanding himself better.
The comments on this thread are horrible, especially from those who claim to be ASD or ‘properly diagnosed’
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But he already has an autism diagnosis from what I understand so there will be accommodations for that. Plus, if he has researched (being autistic I'm quite sure he has!) being neurodivergent he'll know there are "crossover" traits.
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Ostrichkeeper said:
I just had a quick look at MasterChef on the iPlayer and the very second she speaks it's ALL about her autism.To the exclusion of all else. She's proud of making scrambled eggs and bacon.
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You don't have to be autistic to be a tit cook. And I'm sure there are autistic people who are wonderful cooks. I'm a tit cook. Is it because I'm autistic - no idea. My friend used to nickname me Ria after the character in "Butterflies" who was terrible at cooking.
 
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I can’t bear her she so annoying the accent is too and I’m a scouser she completely changed herself she looks awful and I doubt she Evan has autism that’s just something to get on the tv and tabloids
I’ve always thought she just settled for paddy because she couldn’t bag herself a footballer
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She changed so much
 

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