Hi

I m 59 and was  recently diagnosed with being on the spectrum, at least now I know why I feel different but I am actually quite scared too, now I have a label and I am not sure how to deal with. So pleased to know there other people out there too like me.

My Gp only sent referral over on last Tuesday. So I’m just waiting.

It has made all the difference being among people I feel comfortable with in this online community - hope this forum is a positive experience for you too. 

Hello there! Welcome!

Thanks all, nice to know I’m not alone. 

Hello and welcome to the community, my name is River *waves* nice to meet you 

hello and welcome. I'm F, 40s, diagnosed nearly 6 months ago

Welcome Ed

i am a fairly new member of this community - diagnosed with ASD four weeks ago, at the age of 58.

There are some really good people here. It helps so much to feel understood.

Best wishes with your diagnosis journey - if there is anything we can help you with just ask.

Rose

Hi and welcome

Hi Ed,

Welcome to the community.  You'll find a lot of common ground with the good people here.

I got my diagnosis in 2015, aged 56.  A long lifetime of struggling was finally understood!  Good luck with your own journey.  Have you had a referral yet?

Look forward to seeing you around.

Tom