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Purple

Hi, im late diagnosed autistic and i moved area, to a supported environment, however, there is noone that i feel comfortable being close friends with.   Im really at a loss at the moment.   Im past middle age and im not sure what to share here.    Im feeling stressed.    Ive tried talking to a support worker but i think they are writing it off as a mental health issue but i disagree.   Theres no links to organisations connected to neurodivergence.

I hope to chat with others on the forum and learn more about things that are helpful.   Thank you for taking the time to respond if youre able to reply or share any thoughts.

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  • Hello Purple and welcome, 

    I am late diagnosed, just this year. I have always had problems, not so much talking, but actually communicating with neurotypical people.  I do not do chit-chat or gossip although I know, but do not understand, that it the glue that binds NTs and creates the wider society. 

    This is the only online community I have ever joined and find it a lot easier to communicate here than anytime in the real world. I like the written messages. They give me time to think about what comments to make, if any.  It has helped reduce my isolation which I quite like. However, the major benefit is having a place to learn about real autisic people and therefore about my own autism. 

    I hope you find benefits too. 

  • in reply to Oscar

    Hi Oscar, thanks for replying to my post.   Ive learned to chit chat sometimes, but find it difficult if it turns too negative.    I agree that written messages are really helpful.   I find your reply encouraging because ive been feeling quite isolated too.        

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  • in reply to Oscar

    Hi Oscar, thanks for replying to my post.   Ive learned to chit chat sometimes, but find it difficult if it turns too negative.    I agree that written messages are really helpful.   I find your reply encouraging because ive been feeling quite isolated too.        

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