Autism and health anxiety as I get older

I’m autistic and finding that health anxiety is getting harder as I get older.

I’m very aware of my body, and things like new sensations, appointments, and waiting for results can feel overwhelming. At times this feeds into a sense of hopelessness.

I’d really appreciate hearing from others who relate or have found ways of coping.

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Downsideup 16 days ago

Like others my anxiety has generally increased with age. With medical issues its the waiting rooms and uncertnity of who and when they will call me is the worst. By the time I've waited im barely able to speak. How do others manage waiting rooms.
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Lonehare12 11 days ago in reply to Downsideup

Hi Downsideup

I really struggle with this too. I try not to get to my appointment too early, like I would for all my other appointments. It sort of cuts the agony down a little bit.

I don’t really use headphones or anything like that, but sometimes just knowing others feel the same helps a bit. It’s really hard when you’re already overwhelmed.
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Lonehare12 11 days ago in reply to Downsideup

Hi Downsideup

I really struggle with this too. I try not to get to my appointment too early, like I would for all my other appointments. It sort of cuts the agony down a little bit.

I don’t really use headphones or anything like that, but sometimes just knowing others feel the same helps a bit. It’s really hard when you’re already overwhelmed.
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