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Just been dignosed

Jessica52556

Hi there my name is Jessica I’m 24 years old and and last week I was dignosed with autism my emotions are all. Over the pace with it I know I’ve had it for a while now but been told I actullay have it hit me a bit hard I know it’s not always a bad thing just looking for tips and advice 

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  • Hi Jessica, welcome to the community. I was also late diagnosed, and it's a rough patch getting accustomed to the realizations and labels that come along with ASD, but you'll get through. My only advice is: don't let the diagnosis swamp your identity. It's so, so important and life-changing to have that confirmation, and I would never take that away from anyone, but you are a special person whose ASD only makes you more yourself. Keep your strengths in mind as you navigate this time, because in the end, autism is a part of you, and it is an integral part of you, and you are still able to live your full true life with it. 

    Lots of love,

    Max

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  • Hi Jessica, welcome to the community. I was also late diagnosed, and it's a rough patch getting accustomed to the realizations and labels that come along with ASD, but you'll get through. My only advice is: don't let the diagnosis swamp your identity. It's so, so important and life-changing to have that confirmation, and I would never take that away from anyone, but you are a special person whose ASD only makes you more yourself. Keep your strengths in mind as you navigate this time, because in the end, autism is a part of you, and it is an integral part of you, and you are still able to live your full true life with it. 

    Lots of love,

    Max

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