Just had my NHS assessment and confirmation of ASD aged 51! Not scary at all, I had several appointments mainly questionnaires and interviews plus an IQ test (again not as scary as it sounds, very straightforward). I was present with the psychologist who wrote my report and I've felt supported all the way. It's such a relief to understand WHY I'm the way I am and as a female why playing the game of being "normal" all these years has been so exhausting. I relate to your struggle since childhood but even undiagnosed I managed to bring up 3 lovely kids who understand me and don't resent the lack of hugs - they know I'm a bit different and I make up for it in other ways. I hope it all goes well for you and that things will finally make sense. Good luck.
Just had my NHS assessment and confirmation of ASD aged 51! Not scary at all, I had several appointments mainly questionnaires and interviews plus an IQ test (again not as scary as it sounds, very straightforward). I was present with the psychologist who wrote my report and I've felt supported all the way. It's such a relief to understand WHY I'm the way I am and as a female why playing the game of being "normal" all these years has been so exhausting. I relate to your struggle since childhood but even undiagnosed I managed to bring up 3 lovely kids who understand me and don't resent the lack of hugs - they know I'm a bit different and I make up for it in other ways. I hope it all goes well for you and that things will finally make sense. Good luck.
