Terri_B Report post Posted March 26, 2015 Hi, I have received a diagnosis today of Autism Spectrum Disorder after 29 years old. Not too sure what to do next, feeling very anxcious about everything. I just have family and no friends, I don't know how the mechanicisms work in friendships and not to sure on what to do next. Terri Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mihaela Report post Posted March 27, 2015 Welcome aboard, Terri! There's no need to feel anxious about having a diagnosis, but I've often heard this. I had a very late diagnosis, after working out that I was on the spectrum after reading up on it. It solved a big problem in my life, and also enables me to get the support I need. I see it as a positive step.Just because you have a diagnosis, don't let that make you worry about how to keep friendships. You're no different now than you were before you got the diagnosis. You're just the same person Have you ever though of making friends with other aspies? Given the choice I'd always choose another Aspie as a friend rather than an NT person. In my experience I find Aspies much easier to get on with, and far less threatening. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
