I used to feel so inadequate. I would look at the way other people functioned and wonder why I was falling short. I would think I just needed to try harder, be more organized, less sensitive, more focused. It wasn’t until adulthood—after years of masking and self-doubt—that I finally discovered that I am autistic and… Continue reading Late-Diagnosed and Learning: The Power of Naming Your Neurodivergence
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Late Diagnosis of ADHD and Autism: My Journey
I am late diagnosed AudHD. I was diagnosed with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder at the age of 48, and as a late-diagnosed individual with both conditions, I now understand why my life has been challenging in certain areas. Looking back, everything makes so much more sense. I finally know why I have always struggled… Continue reading Late Diagnosis of ADHD and Autism: My Journey