Published on 12, July, 2020
I am 57 female and have been diagnosed with autism level 1, my psychiatrist also practically told me I have adhd too but need to have a separate assessment to fully diagnose adhd. I have an awful lot of traits. This is all come as a shock because all my life I've been struggling to get by in general, and feeling different from everyone else. Has anyone else been diagnosed late in life too?
I was diagnosed in late 2022 aged 64. It has been hugely empowering, opened many doors and enabled me make significant changes for the better. I can actually say I am in a better place than at any time in my life.
Hello Alice-nice-Alice, I am Number. I WANT TO KNOW YOU BETTER ! Your post above is inspiring and aspirational. I feel there is no reason why I should not be able to post as you have........and yet?!!
I'm only a whipper‐snapper in my 50's (came to an understanding and ready acceptance of my autism about 18 months ago = lightening bolt of "how did NOBODY know!"....but had already crafted my life to accommodate my (hitherto) unknown autistic reality AND found the fortitude to survive the challenges despite not knowing why. That is a GOLDEN position?!?!
Thank you for your post - in any event - you reignite my hope! AND I hope to speak with your further on these matters. I had expected an army of people with your "presence" on these pages......and yet you are the first to bolster my underlying belief in a "hugely empowering" potential
I hope to meet you again soon here. Thank you again for the hope!!!
Kindest regards
Number.