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Autism and co-morbid conditions

LJ51125

Hi, I’m new here and feel a bit nervous about posting. I have recently been diagnosed with Autism, C-PTSD and am suspected of also having EUPD. 

Although a lot of the symptoms overlap I have had some unique ones between the 3 conditions. There is so much I don’t understand and a lot to try and take in (I’m awful at trying to retain information).

I’m having a difficult time processing it. I feel lost and don’t honestly know where to begin trying to get my head around it. I was curious if anyone here with co-occuring conditions felt the same way or had any potential helpful tips on how to process it please?

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  • Hello. It will take time.

    You have been struggling, thinking you are normal but wondering why things were hard, now you know. This is a bit of dent to your confidence but it will come back. It is also a challenge as it you are not sure if you know who you are, but this will also come. You can figure out what you like, one thing at a time. You can find your values, what you believe in. You can establish some foundations then start on the details. There are some things you know are true.

    You won't solve everything in one go. It might be helpful to think about that your biggest issues are now, and start there.

    You might also like to look for autistic accommodations. There are videos on YouTube with many suggestions, some may help.

    I expect you may also need some therapy or professional help.

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  • Hello. It will take time.

    You have been struggling, thinking you are normal but wondering why things were hard, now you know. This is a bit of dent to your confidence but it will come back. It is also a challenge as it you are not sure if you know who you are, but this will also come. You can figure out what you like, one thing at a time. You can find your values, what you believe in. You can establish some foundations then start on the details. There are some things you know are true.

    You won't solve everything in one go. It might be helpful to think about that your biggest issues are now, and start there.

    You might also like to look for autistic accommodations. There are videos on YouTube with many suggestions, some may help.

    I expect you may also need some therapy or professional help.

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  • in reply to Stuart333

    Hi, thank you for your input. Getting to know myself is something I know I need to work on. Existing while feeling I am lacking identity has been something I have experienced since childhood. 

    Therapy is something I have been asking for from my CMHT (for the ptsd and possible eupd)

    I genuinely feel like what you have said could be very helpful, thank you