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Newly diagnosed at 56

juliettedfern

It took a while to ask my doctor for a referral for an autism assessment but it was worth it, having finally being diagnosed as autistic, having adhd and dyspraxia. It's early days yet, but it's reassuring to have my suspicions confirmed. I'm hoping that I don't feel regret for wasted years of not having been diagnosed!

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  • Good morning from America, Juliettedfern!

    juliettedfern said:
    I'm hoping that I don't feel regret for wasted years of not having been diagnosed!

    Hey, if you do, know that it is normal. We all feel that to some degree with a late diagnosis. The good news is that you can better forgive yourself for mistaken communication, failed relationships, moments of overwhelm, and etc. that you faced when you were younger. Be kind to yourself.

    Congratulations on your diagnosis!

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  • Good morning from America, Juliettedfern!

    juliettedfern said:
    I'm hoping that I don't feel regret for wasted years of not having been diagnosed!

    Hey, if you do, know that it is normal. We all feel that to some degree with a late diagnosis. The good news is that you can better forgive yourself for mistaken communication, failed relationships, moments of overwhelm, and etc. that you faced when you were younger. Be kind to yourself.

    Congratulations on your diagnosis!

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