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It's nice to finally have an explanation for the stuff I thought was wrong with me, but I feel very stupid for missing all the clues earlier. (feddit.de)

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[-] Baahb@lemmy.world 16 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago)

Homie, I am 37 and was diagnosed last week. Could be worse. Just glad to hear you're in the know now.

[-] Death2lois@lemmy.one 10 points 11 months ago

43 diagnosed yesterday finally.

[-] Haui@discuss.tchncs.de 9 points 11 months ago

I cant top that but autism at 35 was fun…

[-] Death2lois@lemmy.one 1 points 11 months ago

Ooo, that is my next one I wondered was even possible at my age. Or what it would mean other than some validation and explanations. I have already come up with so many coping strategies and routines at this point.

[-] Haui@discuss.tchncs.de 2 points 11 months ago

I actually know a lot of autistic people what were diagnosed at 50+. So don't worry. It is possible.

I can't say what it will mean for you but I can tell you what it meant for me in hindsight: I am still reframing my life before the diagnosis. So I go through all incidents again and view them with the diagnosis in mind. That changed my picture about myself maybe not 180 degrees but definitely 90 :) It also led to me coming up with healthier strategies to cope and to go through life. I have better friends now, sleep better and have a better outlook on life.

I can relate: The routines and comping strategies were how I got here. I had some that were good but a lot were less than stellar. Since I know, I have revised them to make sure I don't hurt myself every day of the week. I don't burn out as easily since I know what actually happens.

I hope this helps you. Wish you all the luck. :)