- My daughter was recently diagnosed as ASD, CAHMS person suggested daughter and Dad are, "alike". I see her triggers and behaviours in a new light, it could explain a lot from my past and present. I wasn't bothered that everyone else was different I had my ways off navigating awkward situations etc... But the suggestion it's me that's a little different has thrown me. I always knew I perceived stuff different so is there any benefit to formalising a diagnosis at mid 40's? Apart from giving her someone close to relate too