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Beatrice

Hi All,

My daughter and I were both diagnosed Autistic a few years ago. It was really wonderfully to finally feel 'seen' in a way we hadn't been before. Since then, we've been through some ups and downs adapting. She's been great at sharing her diagnosis at school, with varying levels of success. We've enjoyed understanding why we feel the way we do about big crowds, loud noises, sensory overload, etc. I've mourned for the little girl I was who felt so alone at times. I've celebrated my quirky, authentic self. And yet today, I find myself reaching out for like-minded souls online. I realised overnight that I end up the outsider in every social group I've ever joined. I love one-on-one friendships, and maybe that's enough. It's just so frustrating to put so much effort into group friendships that inevitably fall flat. I look forward to connecting and hearing your stories. Best wishes!

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  • Hey Beatrice, that's lovely that you and yoru daughter are exploring diagnosis together. I got diagnosed around the same time as my son -it's great when kids have positive role models of autistic adults so they can see it's okay.  I'm glad she's managing to share at school, and get some positive reactions (as they aren't always, but I think the more young people know, the more it will gain better acceptance as they grow). 

    It's tough for us older diagnosed adults, it just wasn't a thing when I was young, and I didn't even really know what my son's teachers were trying to tell me when they suggested it for him, and it even took a while before I started researching it. But then you see yourself in the stories and it's such a big moment of realising who you are. Friendships can be very hard, and in groups it's so much harder. I am enjoying being able to talk more freely online, I find here a safe space to explore being autistic with others who get it.

    Best wishes!

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  • Hey Beatrice, that's lovely that you and yoru daughter are exploring diagnosis together. I got diagnosed around the same time as my son -it's great when kids have positive role models of autistic adults so they can see it's okay.  I'm glad she's managing to share at school, and get some positive reactions (as they aren't always, but I think the more young people know, the more it will gain better acceptance as they grow). 

    It's tough for us older diagnosed adults, it just wasn't a thing when I was young, and I didn't even really know what my son's teachers were trying to tell me when they suggested it for him, and it even took a while before I started researching it. But then you see yourself in the stories and it's such a big moment of realising who you are. Friendships can be very hard, and in groups it's so much harder. I am enjoying being able to talk more freely online, I find here a safe space to explore being autistic with others who get it.

    Best wishes!

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