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Diagnosis later in life and work

NAS88971

Hi!

I have just been diagnosed in my mid 40s but not sure how to move forward with this new information with regards to work. I have managed for 20 years in the workplace (I am a teacher) but do feel like it is getting harder, but not sure if this is due to being autistic rather than just age and my professions anyway. I have only told two close people at work so far.

My question really is if you were diagnosed later in life, did you change how you work, ask for support or adaptations etc. I really don't want to be treated differently but then know as a professional myself I do what I can to meet the needs of autistic students in my classroom! Should I speak with occupational health? Light sensitivity and screen time is one thing I struggle with at times but a lot of work these days is online.

TIA for any advice.

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  • My husband (who is probably autistic himself but has no diagnosis) has had some people who autistic in his workplace and his employer (local council) and workplace  have been great at supporting these members of staff. It’s been very positive from what he’s told me. I presume a school would be similarly aware in that way? Is there anyway you can access your employers policies on this? Ultimately any employer wants to get the best from their employees - so the adjustments you need will probably be to everyone’s advantage in one way or another, as you’ll be happier and more productive presumably. 

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  • My husband (who is probably autistic himself but has no diagnosis) has had some people who autistic in his workplace and his employer (local council) and workplace  have been great at supporting these members of staff. It’s been very positive from what he’s told me. I presume a school would be similarly aware in that way? Is there anyway you can access your employers policies on this? Ultimately any employer wants to get the best from their employees - so the adjustments you need will probably be to everyone’s advantage in one way or another, as you’ll be happier and more productive presumably. 

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