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Newly diagnosed and looking for where to go next.

NAS91150
8 months ago

Hi Everyone,

I am 47 years old and was diagnosed with Autism just before Christmas, it was a long journey for myself, always wondering why I was a little different to the people around me, always wondering why I could not tolerate things that most people could very easily, being told I am not empathetic, the list goes on.  A very close friend of mine joked around saying I should look into autism and even sent me some online quiz's to do.

I got my formal diagnosis just before Christmas and am currently struggling to really understand what this means for me and my future,  I have lots and lots of reading to do, and was wondering if anyone out there has any suggestions on resources that may have helped them.  I also have a son who is currently going through an ADHD assessment/diagnosis which causes us issues due to the opposing nature of these conditions, if anyone knows of any good resoiurces in this area that would be fantastic.

Thanks :-)

  • 8 months ago

    When I was diagnosed in May last year, I read Untypical by Pete Wharmby, and Autism in Adults by Luke Beardon. These for me validated my life experience so far.

    Websites like reframing autism and Bristol Autism Support are go to for me for guidance on stuff.

    There is lots of stuff out there. I am male so perhaps I sought out autistic male voices. I would suggest reading the experiences of people of your own gender, as the presentation can be different for males and females.

  • 8 months ago

    Hi,

    I found Ellie Middletons 'unmasked' a very good resource. It covers asd and adhd. Both of which the author has been diagnosed with. 

  • 8 months ago

    I was Diadnosed a couple of Years ago, and after the follow up appointment i felt a bit lost, as that was it.
    It felt like setting sail without a map.
    This site is as far as i have got.
    We all know how you feel i am sure.
    Time to get to know yourself ( again )


  • 8 months ago

    Hi there. I am 52 and still early on in my Autism journey, so I leave the best advise for those far wiser than me. But welcome to the Forum and I hope you will find like minded people here.

    I am female so my reading is slightly skewed to reading around women and autism. I have just finished reading "Unmasked" by Ellie Middleton which I really enjoyed. I listened to it first on audio as I have trouble with my concentration. I've just started listening to "Divergent Mind." by Jenara Nerenberg.

    Best wishes,

    Mrs Snooks