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Abbie

Hiya Everyone,

I hope you are all well and looing after yourselves? 

I received a diagnosis of Asperger's relatively recently as an adult female. I am slowly beginning to identify my needs, triggers, and what helps me to self soothe. 

I was just wondering if anyone has any advice on how to navigate the early stages of understanding the impacts this has on your life? I am trying to learn about where I might be masking or using unhelpful coping mechanisms to deal with my emotions, thoughts, and distress. 

Does anyone have any suggestions of helpful resources to assist me with my journey of self discovery?

Thank you!!!!

Abbie 

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  • Hi, welcome to the club. I was diagnosed a few years ago and remember the feelings of trying to find my way after. Try to breathe and take it slow, don't try to work everything out all at once or you might find it harder. It's easy to over process at times like this.

    You could look for some groups in your local area if you are comfortable going to them. Great job on finding an online group here, I think being a part of a community where everyone understands is essential which is why I've now done the same.

    If you can try not to mask too much. It can cause a lot of problems including burnout, I've been there many times. Hang in there ok? Things will get better and I promise over time you'll start to make sense of everything Slight smile

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  • Hi, welcome to the club. I was diagnosed a few years ago and remember the feelings of trying to find my way after. Try to breathe and take it slow, don't try to work everything out all at once or you might find it harder. It's easy to over process at times like this.

    You could look for some groups in your local area if you are comfortable going to them. Great job on finding an online group here, I think being a part of a community where everyone understands is essential which is why I've now done the same.

    If you can try not to mask too much. It can cause a lot of problems including burnout, I've been there many times. Hang in there ok? Things will get better and I promise over time you'll start to make sense of everything Slight smile

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