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Late realisation and diagnosis

RichardPH

Hi,

I had a sudden realisation just before Christmas that I might have ADHD, my GP has referred me and I'm awaiting assessment. 

During all the reflection it slowly dawned on me that so e of my struggles were perhaps because of autism rather than ADHD so the GP referred me for this assessment too. Had my final appointment with a psychiatrist this morning who has diagnosed me with autism and said I definitely have ADHD traits mixed in and it's very important for me to have that assessment.

47, lots to sort out!

Richard 

  • Just had a counselling session with a psychotherapist who said without me divulging it that it's obvious from the way I talk that I am autistic and when I explained how I have always approached study that it's so obvious she didn't understand how I've got to this age with nobody picking it up. Wow. You don't know what you don't know though do you!

  • Hi Richard,

    Welcome to the community and I am very glad you have received your autism diagnosis and I hope you can get your ADHD assessment soon.

    It can be a lot to take in and receiving your autism diagnosis can be life changing. If you wish to you may find it helpful to read through our pages on advice and guidance after receiving your diagnosis: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/diagnosis/after-diagnosis

    I am sure other members of the community will also introduce themselves and I hope you find the community helpful. 

    Best wishes, 

    Alice Mod