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Telling family and friends

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What have others here done about telling people about their diagnosis?

I'm inclined to tell everyone, especially as I'm retired now, so there's no possibility of a backlash there. Has anyone else done this? And if yes, how did it go?

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  • I've told everyone who matters to me... immediate family, wifes family, close friends - I've explained the things that affect me. It's worked well for me... I'm pleased that my in-laws in particular really make an effort to accomodate me based on the things I told them are difficult for me.

    I will probably tell more occasional contacts when we meet in person if I think they'll be receptive. I've also told some neighbors I trust.

    I won't hide my Autism, but I am wary of telling random strangers since I don't want to be taken advantage of.

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  • I've told everyone who matters to me... immediate family, wifes family, close friends - I've explained the things that affect me. It's worked well for me... I'm pleased that my in-laws in particular really make an effort to accomodate me based on the things I told them are difficult for me.

    I will probably tell more occasional contacts when we meet in person if I think they'll be receptive. I've also told some neighbors I trust.

    I won't hide my Autism, but I am wary of telling random strangers since I don't want to be taken advantage of.

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