Published on 12, July, 2020
So, as of Tuesday it seems I don't have what I thought I had (chronic depression and severe social anxiety disorder) for however long. Instead I have Aspergers.
I understand that this will supposedly make a difference to things but I don't understand why. I know I need to 'adapt' to the idea that I have something different and it will take time.
I'm no more or less vulnerable, struggling, stressed and numerous other things than I was Monday. I'm still indoors, on my own, daren't open curtains or windows and afraid of people as I was Monday.
Hiya,don't worry I can relate to some of what you are going through,my advice is to try not to feel so angry,it is very bad for your health,and it could give you a heart attack one day!Also maybe you could join a local support group?Then you would not feel so alone,as there are many others in the 'same boat',you know:-)!I am a 46 year old lady(apparently us females are harder to diagnose,as we are good at hideing stuff more)so I was told I was suffering from 'stress',but I know different,but I still have that hurdle to get over.There are various services to support people like us,also if you wanted to go for a voluntary job,and you spoke to them about your Aspergers,they should support you and be 'non judgemental',as there has been some coverage in the news recently about it too.
Hope this helps,
t c
Gorgia