The article addresses the misconceptions surrounding autism diagnoses, particularly in the context of societal pressures. The author shares personal experiences from childhood into adulthood, highlighting the challenges faced by individuals who are autistic but not diagnosed until later in life. They emphasize that increased diagnoses can be beneficial, providing clarity and a sense of understanding. The piece critiques articles that misrepresent the condition and calls attention to the unique stressors that autistic individuals endure in an increasingly demanding world, stressing the need for more supportive environments.
A diagnosis as autistic in my 50s has brought immeasurable relief as I finally understand why I've struggled all my life to fit in.
Increased diagnosis of autism is, at least for some, a blessing. It saddens me that so many articles misunderstand the condition and what it means for autistic people.
Many adults are autistic but unaware of it... Unfortunately, society isn't autism-friendly, so we tend to operate at high stress levels in our daily lives.
Allistic and autistic people both suffer stress, but autistic people are closer to their tipping point already.
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