Hi there, hope everyone is well.
I am a 42 year old male, lived in London for last 16 years in high pressure senior roles. Last two years were particularly difficult - thought I was schizophrenic, couldn't communicate or share with my partner and was showing traits that I was not aware off. Rigid routine, same meals, specificity about certain tasks and actions, exhaustion, lack of desire to socialise and many more that I cannot remember!
Started my assessment in London but decided to move back to Edinburgh to be closer to sibling and mother in December 2024. I was diagnosed as level 1 ASD with traits of ADHD. At first there was a huge sense or relief that I was not schizophrenic or depressed but the relief has since washed away and have struggled with regulating my emotions and communicating with my long distance parter of 7 months.
Just putting myself out there. I am in Edinburgh and looking to chat with other people with autism or ADHD here - virtual coffee or what not as I feel a bit lost and a bit stuck.
Have a fab Sunday everyone!