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Newly diagnosed at 42

latediagnosed

Hi, I’m not sure what to expect here, but thought I’d reach out. I was recently diagnosed with autism, six weeks ago. 

I never anticipated:

- The amount of shock my body would experience from a diagnosis

- The physical crash, plummet in capacity and sensory overwhelm that’s hit since the diagnosis

- How hard and lonely it’s felt navigating others’ reactions to the diagnosis. Funny how you expect it to bring more understanding and connection, but it’s not been the case for me unfortunately. 

Here to find some like minded people who are on the same journey Yellow heart

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  • Hey latediagnosed, sorry you've been experiencing the negative side fo telling people, it is very sad when people aren't supportive when you tell them, as you are very vulnerable at that point, and just need acceptance and not to be shut down. I have to admit to not telling more that a couple of people for the same fear, though I think if you can get support I think it would really help.  At least here you can talk about it without that fear, and it helps to feel understood. Try to remember you are still the same you as before, and you can still enjoy the same things too. It helps to have something to hold onto when your world is turned upside-down. 

    Welcome, hope you can find a safe space here! 

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  • Hey latediagnosed, sorry you've been experiencing the negative side fo telling people, it is very sad when people aren't supportive when you tell them, as you are very vulnerable at that point, and just need acceptance and not to be shut down. I have to admit to not telling more that a couple of people for the same fear, though I think if you can get support I think it would really help.  At least here you can talk about it without that fear, and it helps to feel understood. Try to remember you are still the same you as before, and you can still enjoy the same things too. It helps to have something to hold onto when your world is turned upside-down. 

    Welcome, hope you can find a safe space here! 

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