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I joined this site over 5 years ago, as a 15-year-old. A year or two later, I told my parents I might be autistic. They gave it a little bit of thought, but overall were dismissive of the idea. I figured I would never have my answer, and kind of gave up hope. Sometimes I was hesitant about participating here, because I didn't have that proof that I belonged.
A few months ago, a therapist I was seeing suggested (with no prompting from me) that I be evaluated for ASD, and I managed to convince my mom. I was assessed in December, and a few days ago the results finally came in. I've finally been diagnosed with ASD, along with Major Depressive Disorder and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Seeing these results brought me...peace. I finally have the answers I've waited years for.

(I dunno if anyone will recognize me. I'm not active anymore and spend most of my time on figure skating twitter now )

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i recognize you immediately.


that's awesome, figure skating and all
not that you didn't belong in the first place

no?

Congratulations!

It's good that you now have your answer.

Welcome back! Does that mean you are a figure skater or just that is one of your obsessions?

^ i also want to know


i can definitely see L figure skating.

Of course I recognize you!

I go back to the days of Peggy Fleming lol

I wish. I'd love to learn how to skate. I mean, I can skate laps around the ice but nothing more complicated than that. FS is definitely an obsession for me, but I feel like this time it's here to stay. It's become really important to me the past few months.

I remember you well. You look a little bit like the cartoon girl in your avatar as I recall from a pic you posted ( but you look more attractive ). Welcome back. Congrats on finally getting a diagnosis, and getting the answers you wanted.

Oh thanks haha
It's good to see you all again

Hello. I came on WP three years back. Great news on the diagnosis.

I think it possible the knowledge you have that your profile is Autistic may give you the right tools to work round those two big additional diagnoses, which may well have roots in having to fit into a world whicuvis not set up for Autistic minds.

The way to go is clear then. Get rid of depression and anxieties. Learn to deal with ASD.
And win an Olympic medal with a big smile on your face. (Or become at least really good at FS. )

I've never talked to you, but I remember you.