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Autism (ASD) | Last Active: Jun 19 1:34pm | Replies (1156)
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@tori32 Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect! You will probably find several posts or threads of discussions within these many support groups, that you can relate to.
As you mentioned, many of us who are officially diagnosed as adults, to be on the autism spectrum, felt awkward and out-of-place growing up. It was certainly like that for me! And finally so many puzzle pieces fit together once I had a formal diagnosis. I had suspected it, but took the initiative to confirm it formally, albeit at a much later age than you!
How has your life and outlook changed for you with the realization there is nothing "wrong" with you, this is who you are?
Ginger
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I think the biggest thing that changed is my mindset and being able to accept myself. I believe that my mental health has suffered because of the late diagnosis, as I have been diagnosed with general anxiety disorder and major depressive disorder. All of it was beginning to affect my work when I became stressed and overstimulated when I was a CNA (certified nurse assistant). It has gotten better now, though, because I have found ways to cope (and what has been stimming all along). The diagnosis has certainly helped!