In this video, I share my personal journey of being diagnosed with autism and ADHD (AuDHD) as an adult.

I walk you through my experience using the NHS Right to Choose for my ADHD diagnosis, but facing no local options for an autism referral. Eventually, I had to go private to secure an autism diagnosis, which was vital for getting workplace accommodations and legal protection at work under UK law.

I also open up about the emotional challenges that came with receiving a late autism and ADHD diagnosis, including the grief I felt for my undiagnosed years. The realisation that I had spent most of my life masking, struggling, and misunderstood took an emotional toll.

Grief is a big part of many late-diagnosed autistic and ADHD journeys, and I want to help others understand that this feeling is valid.

If you're navigating the NHS system, considering a private diagnosis, or trying to make sense of your neurodivergence, this video offers a real look at what it’s like to be diagnosed as an adult. I share insights into the NHS process, the importance of getting diagnosed, and how to advocate for yourself in the workplace.

Make sure to subscribe for more content on autism, ADHD, mental health, and neurodivergent fitness. Join me and the Not So Typical community to find support on your neurodivergent journey!

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00:00 The Catalyst for Change
00:40 Life Before
01:00 Shut Down
02:19 Leaving the Party
02:59 The Journey to Diagnosis
03:25 An Outcast
03:35 Autism as a Special Interest
03:45 Self-diagnosis is Valid
04:00 Initial GP Appointment
04:52 No Referral Available
06:20 First mention of ADHD
07:15 ADHD definitely is me
07:35 ADHD at school
08:00 NHS Right To Choose
08:55 Reasons to seek Autism assessment
09:10 Private diagnosis
09:55 Lack of childhood memories
10:23 The Emotional Impact of Diagnosis
10:55 Everything Starts Making Sense
11:18 The Things No One Tells You
11:35 Grief
12:31 Why I Can't Feel Happy
12:50 Diagnosis Isn't a Magic Fix
13:27 Reasons To Speak About Diagnosis
14:15 The Negatives of Diagnosis
15:38 Navigating Life Post-Diagnosis
16:00 Recommending Diagnosis
16:25 Mindset Shifts
17:10 Comfort Zones

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