Category: Late Diagnosis & Self-Discovery
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Sitting with the Unknown: The Emotional Limbo After an Autism and ADHD Assessment
The assessment is over. The two-week wait begins. On circling thoughts, old self-doubt, and what surfaces when you stop moving long enough to sit with yourself.
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The Threads of Life: Growing Up as an Undiagnosed Neurodivergent Woman
A quiet childhood, a love of routine, and a lifetime of masking. Looking back at the signs of neurodivergence I missed for almost 40 years.
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Is It All in My Head? Deciding to Get Assessed for Autism and ADHD as an Adult
At mid life, I sat across from a psychologist agreeing to a full autism and ADHD assessment. A reflection on self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and taking that first step.
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When You Start Wondering About Yourself: Recognising Your Own Neurodivergence Through Your Child
I started researching neurodivergence for my son. I ended up finding myself on every page. On the slow, disorienting experience of recognising your own wiring through your child’s diagnosis.