#excalibelle

(pt 2) the system at Hogwarts in Harry Potter was actually very comparable to the real UK system. Their OWLs were the equivalent of the GCSEs and in both, you have to get a certain grade in a subject to study it in sixth form/years 6/7 for Harry Potter, then they do their NEWTs which is comparable to the final exams for sixth form, which will be what unis will look at when doing admissions.

(pt 3) the main difference being that education after hogwarts seems to be far less common than uni is irl, only really applying to aurors & other careers with very high qualifications and that you can't really function in adult wizard society without your NEWTs (unless you're harry & ron and you dropped out to kill voldemort lol) while i believe stopping after GCSEs is about like having just your high school diploma here, and also going 6th form only is about as useless as an associates degree.

(i also just noticed your url says you're European and that i am a dumbass so i hope you know american education well enough to understand my yanky bullshit lol)

Ooooh, thank you. I did know about the GCSE exams, but no specific terms surrounding the UK school system.

(i already try to wear leggings when possible or at least jeggings and no denim jeans at all bc they’re softer and stretchy and less restrictive than jeans and usually thats enough but this year even they are driving me up the wall and ahhhh its just so awful pls help)

Depending on how cold it gets where you live and how much time you spend outdoors, a long skirt made of a material that keeps heat in may be a good option.  You could look into scarves or shawls for keeping your upper body warm without relying on long sleeves.  If the irritation is partly due to the restrictiveness of the clothing, arm socks and leg warmers might help to keep your extremities warm while also leaving knees and elbows free to move comfortably.  And while it’s not technically a clothing solution, I find that keeping a hot beverage on hand helps me to keep warm.

-Liz

Living in Vermont and dealing with clothes sensitivities and winters has taught me some stuff. Like Liz said, if it’s the restrictiveness of the clothing those are some great solutions. I’d also like to add that warm but loose sweatpants have done wonders for me if paired with warm socks. Big, loose sweaters over a tank top or T shirt have also helped me stay warm, especially since I can roll up the sleeves easily the looser the sweater. I’ll also wear stretchy, soft beanies to keep my head warm and allow my body to warm other places. On that note, fingerless mittens with the mitten part that can be slipped on an off, like this one, are amazing because they let my fingers be free but I can easily cover them up if I get too cold.

God daammmn! I’m sorry about the sunburn and chub rub I know those can be a real bitch!! I have to deal with those too. And the family drama.

[2] formally diagnose it and we (my parents & I) decided against it, but the more I’ve learned about autism since then, the more i relate and and if nothing else i feel like a diagnosis might at least help me understand and manage

[3] my symptoms better but idk. I also need to convince my parents. Im 18 now so technically i could do it without them but I’d rather not, especially because I’m on their insurance. But I’m just wondering what

[4] changes it would make to my life if i did? Would i have to tell potential employers about it? I just dont even know how this would change my life or anything or if it’s even worth it at my age and if it would help or not. Thanks for your time

I don’t think you are forced to tell your employer. I am not 100% sure, though.  I am not sure where you live, so maybe our followers could leave more advice in replies?

Pros:- possible accomodations- if you live in a country where your medical records aren't public, your diagnosis shouldn't affect getting a job (though, if you disclose your diagnosis in a job interview, it could affect your chances of getting the job)

Cons:- diagnosis can cost a lot- possible disapproval from family/peers/anyone- diagnosis can affect child custody and even immigration in some countries

Ginny/Luna is a good and pure thing indeed! 

Allistics (and especially questioning autistics) are perfectly okay to follow, and if you are a questioning autistic I would say you can reblog if you feel you relate to it, and ultimately if you decide you’re not autistic you should stop reblogging (if the other mods have different opinions you can add them, I just think this sounds fair).

Also, self diagnosed auties are always welcome to stay and reblog all you want if you decide you are autistic (I’m self-diagnosed myself)