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Hi all!

Gwen1

How are you?

I am a later diagnosed adult and, although suspected ASD for a few years, finding it ‘difficult’ to accept, yet a sense of validation/relief.  I’ve not yet received my report so perhaps that is why it doesn’t feel real, like I’ve imagined it…

Anyway, a little about myself (not something I particularly enjoy doing lol):

I’m currently at uni, enjoy reading and some crafting to name a few (I’m also waiting for a potential ADHD diagnosis)

Look forward to chatting as and when able Thumbsup tone1

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  • Hello and welcome, 

    I am a newcomer too; only receiving my assessment this year. 

    Finding difficulties, post-assessment, is it seems surprisingly common. For me, I felt rather tired and empty for some weeks. A bit like coming out of an anaesthetic - a bit out of touch with the world and rather exhausted. There was a great sense of relief, as you say. It took a couple of months to rally and then I found I felt very different than I had before the assessment. I certainly was a lot calmer in all sorts of ways and worried less.  Even this change took a little getting used to.  

    When I reflect about it all now it was quite a seismic shift, for me.

    I see you are awaiting your full assessment. I still look at mine as I find much information about what it is that makes the autistic me. I like the validation by professionals as opposed to me constantly trying to self-assess. It is like a line in the sand.   

    I enjoy "reading" audio books and have been an avid crafter since a little boy; about 70 years ago. I like to craft things whilst listening to music or an audiobook. 

    I hope you have a great time here. There is so much information and I find the site a safe place to be and the people helpful and thoughtful. 

  • in reply to Oscar

    Thank you!

    Sorry to 'hear' you have struggled, but having a safe space like this hopefully helps us all Thumbsup (I love emoticons but can't see a fingers-crossed one...?)

    Funnily enough, I literally just received my report today! Despite having read it, it still seems 'unreal' so I'm sure I'll fully 'get it' at some point zany face

    I have never tried an audio book, but thought about it, as, like you mention, you can 'read' and craft so best of both - perhaps I should give it a try and see how I get on Thumbsup

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  • in reply to Oscar

    Thank you!

    Sorry to 'hear' you have struggled, but having a safe space like this hopefully helps us all Thumbsup (I love emoticons but can't see a fingers-crossed one...?)

    Funnily enough, I literally just received my report today! Despite having read it, it still seems 'unreal' so I'm sure I'll fully 'get it' at some point zany face

    I have never tried an audio book, but thought about it, as, like you mention, you can 'read' and craft so best of both - perhaps I should give it a try and see how I get on Thumbsup

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