Published on 12, July, 2020
Hello, I am Zoid. Autistic man in his twenties. I was diagnosed when I was in my early teens, since have had many difficulties in my life, which does increase difficulty in to my life. I also suffer from Generalised Anxiety Disorder. But I have recently began working at a Ladybirds Nursery, the playroom manager is aware of my health and difficulties but I am lucky that she’s a very understanding and supportive woman. In my free time I like to build Lego and work on classic cars (my special interests). Anyway, nice to meet you. I’m looking forward to participating here.
Hello Zoid,
It's interesting to read that you like Lego... you are not alone, quite a lot of ASDers have Lego. I used to build with it a great deal when it first came along, back in the sixties (I'm an OAP now). I have not built anything for years and years now as I gave all of my collection to a young nephew who also loved it.
I've just read two books by a man called Pete Wharmby. Pete is a teacher who was diagnosed ASD as an adult. He is an avid fan of lego and mentions it rather a lot in his books... really rather a lot. Apparently he has a house full of it. So, as I said above, you are not alone. Peter Wharmby also posts a lot on Twitter.
I too have had a diagnosis of GAD, also chronic anxiety, anxiety state, and others I just can't remember.
Welcome to the forum.
Ben