SUPPORT
The APD Support UK Facebook groups provide support and advice for families and individuals with APD/suspected APD (and other co-existing conditions) in the UK and internationally. This will include topics like diagnosis options and living and coping with APD, also support in education and at work, depending on the group. If APD affects you or a family member, you are welcome to join, as are any interested and supportive friends, family or professionals. Please make sure that the group you choose is the appropriate one for your needs.
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They are online groups due to the nature of APD and its effects on verbal communication; many parents of children with APD also have APD due to a genetic link present in some families. But we also provide a guide to setting up a local, in-person group, for those that are interested (see below). Please respect other members and their journey, which might be very different to yours. You will need to answer all 3 questions to join.
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Please click the images or group titles below to join the appropriate group for you.
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"APD Support for UK Parents" is for UK parents only and not adults with APD. Discussion will be based on UK diagnosis, education, legislation and support for families affected by APD (also other co-existing conditions).
UK and International professionals are welcome to observe and learn how APD affects families on a daily basis.
"APD Support for UK Adults" is restricted to UK adults who have APD or suspected APD. The focus is on issues relating to UK adult APD diagnosis, information, and support for adults living with APD and other co-existing conditions in the UK.
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This group is not for international members, or those wishing to discuss issues affecting their children
Adults with APD (International)" is for adults (18+) with APD and suspected APD, providing support on diagnosis and all aspects of living and working with APD anywhere.
Parents of adults with APD, partners, family members and supportive professionals are also welcome, but the focus is on issues affecting adults with APD.
LOCAL APD SUPPORT GROUP GUIDE
If you are interested in setting up a local, in-person group to support parents of children with APD or adults with APD (or both) you might find this guide useful.
WHEN YOU'RE READY...
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If you have set up a local in-person group in your area to support those with APD and wish to publicise it, you are welcome to do so here.
Just email apd.support.uk@aol.co.uk with the following details:
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Group name.
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Group leader's name and contact details to publicise here
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Group meeting place.
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Group type: whether just for parents of children with APD, or for parents who also want to bring their children with APD, or for adults with APD.
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Any other relevant information (day/time/frequency/any cost etc.)