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Feeling so alone with late diagnosis

Bell20

Hi everyone, I’m very new here and diagnosed autistic 5 weeks ago at age 25. I thought it would feel relieving getting the diagnosis but I’ve only felt hatred about it since getting it. Is that normal? I don’t know any other autistic people and I’m feeling very alone with it. Please help! 

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  • Hi Bell20 welcome to the community. I haven't had a formal diagnosis myself but on discovery I went through a range of emotions but not fully able to explain really as I am not so good with emotions...it did not leave me feeling good. From my experience it has improved over time and with support, I have the NAS community personally very helpful. Its a good way to understand more about autism and engage/relate to people who share similar experiences/stories. 

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  • Hi Bell20 welcome to the community. I haven't had a formal diagnosis myself but on discovery I went through a range of emotions but not fully able to explain really as I am not so good with emotions...it did not leave me feeling good. From my experience it has improved over time and with support, I have the NAS community personally very helpful. Its a good way to understand more about autism and engage/relate to people who share similar experiences/stories. 

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