I thought I was well prepared for the news because I long suspected I was neurodivergent. Ahead of my evaluation, I devoured countless articles, peer-reviewed studies, and other resources on ADHD and autism.
I became laser-focused on the barriers women specifically face in the evaluation process and was determined to advocate for myself.Nevertheless, a mixture of anger, grief, and relief washed over me when I was officially diagnosed.
ADHD and autism, or auDHD, were my “new” realities (new only in label, of course). Though I was prepared for the evaluation, I never thought to research the emotional aftermath — an oversight I deeply regret.Chances are that your autism and ADHD diagnoses will come with their own aftershocks.
From someone who has lived it, here’s a bit of what you might experience, so you can prepare.FREE WEBINAR ON APRIL 30:Understanding AuDHD Burnout: How Neurodivergent Masking Sparks Stress, Exhaustion with Amy Marschall, Psy.D.
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