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37 and diagnosed Autistic for Christmas

ChestersDad

Hi Guys, 

Newbie here. At the grand age of 37, I received my diagnosis last week. Was actually expecting an ADHD one and not Autism but the test they did was only for Autism (?) and that came back that I am, so now I'm waiting for the ADHD one to take place.

I've bought a journal and started writing things down. Remembering stuff from the past that has really affected me but I've put on a brave face. I'm learning a lot online (any good YT channels or Podcast, please let me know!). But seriously how hard is it to know what is the real you and what is stuff you've been masking?! 

Feeling a little lost TBH, figured this was a good place to come and say hi! 

Cheers

Jimmy

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  • Welcome to the community Jimmy!

    Congratulations on your diagnosis. Give yourself plenty of time to learn about autism and what your diagnosis means to you; and what unmasking looks like. It has taken me around a year to begin to even accept my diagnosis, but everyone is different. The fact you’re on this forum and have bought a journal is all very good steps to take. 

    I found YouTube channel “adult with autism” most helpful when I was diagnosed, as I relate to him the most. But there are lots of other really good YouTube channels out there. 

    I’ve also been diagnosed with ADHD, and have found podcasts such as “ADHD chatter” really helpful. 

  • in reply to Andy

    Cheers Andy! I was listening to Adult with Autism earlier talking about the autism tax and it really made sense to me. I shall give some more a listen too. As for my ADHD diagnosis.... I'm in another queue for that one!

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