Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi there, my name’s Penny.
I’ve just been diagnosed with ASC, somewhat late inmy life (age 44) and thought I’d join this in the hope it might be able to offer me info to help me understand the recent diagnoses. It has been suggested I have further follow up for ADHD but I’m not sure if I want to go down this route.
I think I’m in shock, denial and slight bewilderment and I wondered if anyone else here has felt the same from a later in life diagnosis, as I also have BPD and OCPD.
it would be good to know what support networks might be out there. What there is out to read, and what online support and in person support people might advise?
I’ve worked hard all my life to me ‘normal’ and have a busy yet stressful full time job, so it would also be good to hear how people are supported at work also.
Many thanks, and I hope I haven’t written too much here. Penny
Welcome Penny.
I was diagnosed at 60 and my response has been mainly positive.
Here is a thread I started when 1st diagnosed which has the stories of others in it:
https://community.autism.org.uk/f/adults-on-the-autistic-spectrum/28195/female-diagnosed-at-60
Here's a thread I started more recently, as I have been feeling a little less positive:
https://community.autism.org.uk/f/adults-on-the-autistic-spectrum/28721/does-your-autism-define-you
Here is a books thread:
https://community.autism.org.uk/f/adults-on-the-autistic-spectrum/28470/fern-brady---and-what-s-your-favourite-autobiography-by-an-autistic-person/250043#250043
There are some threads around where others have discussed 'reasonable adjustments' at work, which employers are meant to implement when asked.
PHS3255 said:it would be good to know what support networks might be out there
I have found that this forum is the best support available for me.
All the best for your journey.