Hi all, I just wanted to say hello. I’m an adult and came to realize in the past few years only that I’m probably on the spectrum given some of my tendencies. When I was a kid there was no label autism other than the most extreme cases. As it turns out, my son - late teens - is on the spectrum and also has ADHD. He struggles with a variety of aspects but he’s also strong and insightful. He learns about himself more all the time, and I also have the benefit of being able to relate to some of his challenges.

So I just thought I’d say hi; very glad to have discovered this community.

I’m around most of the time to comment or converse.

Best wishes to everyone, and I’m hoping to have some rewarding conversations in the future.

  • gwindli@lemy.lolEnglish
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    3 months ago

    This is basically me. almost 50 and just got an ADHD diagnosis and was told that i very likely have ASD as well.

    Im not sure if i should pursue an ASD diagnosis or not… i feel like it makes a lot of sense in retrospect, but once i am medicated for the ADHD i dont think i will need a lot of support for the ASD. just knowing that it is likely has already helped reduce my anxiety, which is why i started therapy to begin with.

    anyway, i feel like the consensus is that if you feel like you belong here, you belong. i have seen nothing but positivity and support while browsing this community.

  • the_radness@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    3 months ago

    Welcome! I was 40 when I was formally diagnosed with ASD and ADHD.

    The ADHD diagnosis was a godsend, as I was finally able to put a label on why I couldn’t sit through hours-long meetings without completely rearranging my office, or feeling like a complete failure because I couldn’t understand or learn a new programming language.

    The AU diagnosis, while completely expected, hit harder because it was not only validating, but also hardened the fact that I truly do have difficulty with social and executive functions.

    I’m glad communities like this exist where other neurodivergent individuals can feel represented and validated.