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Why Do People Seem More Autistic After Diagnosis?
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Why Do People Seem More Autistic After Diagnosis?

I was diagnosed in December 2020 and I’m still searching for the tools to help me

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Chelsey Flood
Aug 12, 2022
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A strange thing I’ve noticed: many people feel/seem more autistic after diagnosis. What is it with that?

I was diagnosed at 37, and for me, it was like this: I know what’s going on — finally. I’m autistic. But the world hasn’t got the memo.

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