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Very late diagnosis

Nananina

Hi,  I was diagnosed in 2019 at age 67.   

I struggle on a daily basis with certain autistic traits and with physical and mental health issues. 

Lockdown has made everything worse. 

I had to withdraw from Facebook as I was overwhelmed but really miss interaction.  

I hope to find some empathy here.

Looking forward to being part of the community here.  Blush

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  • in reply to Jazzyjuls

    I've heard of people in their 80s being diagnosed but never personally come across anyone so near my own age.  Nice to "meet" you Jazzyjuls Blush

    I hadn't realised I was masking and find it almost impossible to unmask......I definitely seem to have always had a separate persona for interacting with people with whom I wasn't close.  Even with close family,  I realise I hid a lot.   

    I'm constantly having "aha" moments when I realise why I act the way I do.  I live with my husband and son and they are learning with me.