Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi. I was just officiially diagnosed yesterday and have mixed feelings...I don't know what to feel or think! My daughter was diagnosed 4 years ago so I read and read and read... and it's how I have ended up with my diagnosis. I feel so sad for my younger self and all of the anxiety I have suffered. I'm not sure what it means for my future. I'm after some positive thoughts and experiences from those of you in a similar position please. I also have diagnosed OCD and GAD.
Congratulations on your diagnosis. I was late to realise I had autism too. I think the whole grieving for your younger self and getting angry about the life that could have been had you known is something that a lot of people who were diagnosed as adults go through. I know it's hard not to wonder how things could have been different.
Thank you for your support.