Getting an Autism Diagnosis in Adulthood
2020 was a lot. So many things have happened, it’s been hard to keep from sinking. With everything that’s transpired, one thing, above all, has been life changing. I received an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis. At 30 years old, I finally have understanding into my entire life experience thus far. What does Autism mean? I must admit, my prior view of autism was extremely limited and ableist. There were people, mostly boys, who were clearly autistic, stereotypically so, and I wouldn’t have put myself into the same category as them. I blame this narrow view on societal prejudices and media…