Hi All

[Simon68]

Firs time on a forum. I'm Si. I had a lifetime of misdiagnosis and was only correctly diagnosed with Autism at the age of 54 two years ago. I do have some co morbid conditions too though. Like others my Autism diagnosis was a 'lightbulb' moment for me & although my life hasn't got any easier int he past 2 years there is now more understanding of myself. I'm here to learn more & If I can summon up enough of whatever you call it, engage with others.

 

[FayetheAspie]

Welcome!

 

[Simon68]

Thank you Faye

 

[tree]

 

[Outdated]

Hi and welcome to the forum. Quite a few of us here were diagnosed later in life.

 

[Simon68]

Thank you Outdated. It's good to know that times have changed & Children are getting more understanding & support than we ever did. Although probably still not enough.

 

[Jumpinbare]

 

[Rodafina]

Welcome, @Simon68.
Hope that you enjoy your time here.
This is a pretty good place to run into "light bulb moments."

 

[FayetheAspie]

Welcome, @Simon68.
Hope that you enjoy your time here.
This is a pretty good place to run into "light bulb moments."

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It's interesting how different the filaments are.

 

[Xinyta]

Welcome, @Simon68

Misdiagnoses and just outright falling through the cracks, are fairly common. I and many others can relate. It is frustrating. But also, in some ways, almost a blessing in disguise.

I am undiagnosed, myself. But I am finding that I don't need it, to know I am autistic.

But we all go our own paths.

In anycase. I hope you enjoy your time with us here. We all look forward to seeing you share your experiences. There are plenty here to read as well. Since each day is a learning experience.

Feel free to ask about anything you are not sure about. We are more than happy to help you out~

 

[Simon68]

Welcome, @Simon68

Misdiagnoses and just outright falling through the cracks, are fairly common. I and many others can relate. It is frustrating. But also, in some ways, almost a blessing in disguise.

I am undiagnosed, myself. But I am finding that I don't need it, to know I am autistic.

But we all go our own paths.

In anycase. I hope you enjoy your time with us here. We all look forward to seeing you share your experiences. There are plenty here to read as well. Since each day is a learning experience.

Feel free to ask about anything you are not sure about. We are more than happy to help you out~

Thank you Xinyta

 

[Crossbreed]

Hello & welcome @Simon68.

 

[SusanLR]

Hi and welcome!

I was diagnosed at the same age as you. I'm 68 now.
It was an "aha" moment which probably would never have happened if I hadn't had a knowledgeable grief counselor after the death of my mother.

Found this forum immediately after and check in most every day.
It is a great place to read and ask questions. So many different topics.

 

[Simon68]

Hi and welcome!

I was diagnosed at the same age as you. I'm 68 now.
It was an "aha" moment which probably would never have happened if I hadn't had a knowledgeable grief counselor after the death of my mother.

Found this forum immediately after and check in most every day.
It is a great place to read and ask questions. So many different topics.

Thank you Susan