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Female & late diagnosed AuDHD

Lady_J84

Hi everyone Wave tone1 

I was diagnosed with Autism and ADHD last month at the age of 40! Previously I have been diagnosed with OCD, anxiety and depression (of course!!!) when I was 19. 

I am still processing the dual diagnosis and trying to be more ‘me’ after a lifetime of masking but I’m finding I feel more autistic and ADHD than I ever have before. I’ve read this is fairly common and a normal response to a diagnosis so am not concerned but I would really like to meet people who are in a similar position to myself, who’s minds work in a similar way to mine.

Looking forward to getting to know some of you! Blush 

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  • Hi

    I'm 56 and waiting for my first screening. My mum has just realised that she's autistic. My daughter knows she's autistic and adhd. I'm expecting autism but not sure about adhd. Previous long list of mental health issues and unhealthy coping mechanisms but actually everything can be explained by neurodiversity. So I'm looking forward to finding my tribe.

  • in reply to Vanessa0368

    Wow, exciting! Potentially 3 generations of Autism! Remember, even if the screening comes back saying that you are not Autistic, there are many that self-diagnose. If you are confident that you are neurodiverse, then this is your tribe.

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  • in reply to profdanger
    • Well actually my grandpa was always known as manic depressive because of his inability to cope. It was more likely to be autism I think. That's 4 generations. My family have always known I'm very different to my sister. I feel blessed to know I have a tribe. It's been lonely! Thanks for your message. Much appreciated!!