I was diagnosed with autism about a year ago ( I was 22) and was given very little support. I was recommended two books on social rules and ettiquete and sent on my way. I didn't even know what a stim was until I found your channel. I was still beating myself up for things that, after watching a few of your videos, I realise are just facets of my autism. So, Thank You so much!
I've started getting diagnosed, although I'm already pretty sure I have it. It's been years and years of not knowing what's wrong with me. Some people say "oh it would be just an excuse to be lazy". Believe me, if I can I'm not lazy, but being paralyzed by mixed emotions and thoughts, sleeping a lot and waking up in the middle of the night with fear, it's not fun. NT people say "just wake up early, get out of bed, go for a walk, eat breakfast and your day will be great". But what if I cannot find shoes, decide what type of clothes wear for this weather, then have nothing eatable in the fridge (although I have many things, just can't eat it now). So after such morning I lack of energy for the rest of the day and just want to sleep, my mind drifts off. My best mornings are when I have plenty of time to wake up, find clothes, prepare food and it's already 1 pm. But.. if I'm in a good condition, I can do things much faster and on higher level than anybody else I know. Complex analysis, deep understanding, great new ideas. Just those everyday mundane tasks take a lot of energy
Thank you so much for all your videos, Sam - I was just diagnosed ASD1 with alexithymia - at 60! That's a lot of life to re-assess and soooo much self-denying masking to un-learn... It's not that I plan to be madly anti-social now, but I'm not going to squash my own needs down any more. Please keep making videos - yours have been amongst the most helpful to me. Very best wishes!
It took me over a year to recover from the adult _assessment_ process. And, as you described, as soon as I was given my diagnosis in July 2017, it was "Don't let the door hit you on the way out!". There is *zero* support for autistic adults in most of Scotland - whether they were diagnosed as kids, or have been recently diagnosed. 😡
Great video, thanks. I've recently self-diagnosed at the age of 43 and it's videos like yours that are really helping me to self-affirm and realise that I have been living in the shadow of others for so long. I'm beginning to believe in myself more now, and not feeling that I need to wear these masks all the time.
Thank you for this video 😊. I got my ASD diagnosis today. I came home from the assessment and felt like I'd been hit by a train and was totally exhausted. I fell asleep for hours and have only just woken up into my new world. I'm a 55 year old male, also diagnosed with bipolar. Life can be exhausting. This video is the first of many I'm sure I'm going to fully investigate! To help me feel 'normal'. I've subscribed to your channel. Thank you again 😊
I got my diagnosis 2 months ago, and this video resonated with me so much. Caring for my needs, some of which I'm just starting to recognize as being related to autism and not just laziness or moodiness, as a mom, is a big challenge. I hate the looks I get when I share my autism, but I, too, am sharing more. It's not like not sharing has been working great for me, LOL.
@ Yo Samdy Sam_ I got diagnosed by my psychiatrist 2 weeks ago. I feel like after 34yrs I finally 'meet myself' & I am not finally happy to know 'why I'm so different' & I'm proud. I feel whole. And confident. Thanks for the videos! ✌❤
I am now in my mid-50's and find myself having never been able to relate to people...accept my son, who is on the spectrum. I just find it so much easier to communicate with someone who says the word 'green' and you know he means 'green', whereas, with neurotypicals, there is a dance of 'tone of voice', 'affect', and 'body language' one has to go through in order to really understand what the individual is saying. And even then, I find so much miscommunication takes place that leads to misunderstanding and heated arguments. And they say Autism is a communication disorder? I wonder if maybe we have been looking at it backward. Cheers from Canada.
Gary The Gray - yes!! I wonder sometimes if I might be on the spectrum. I finding connecting with other autistic people quite relieving. Their succinct and very particular clarity of perception, thought processes and communication is such a relief from people who just don't seem to really take care with their words. I would wonder why they bothered opening their mouths when there was perfectly enjoyable silence preceding it if they didn't really have anything to clearly articulate. Luckily, I can usually read enough subtext, likely assumptions and misperceptions, assumed expectations of response for delivered communication (not in line with the actual words) but it's absolutely exhausting because I'll likely pull it apart and address the real issue/question rather than contort myself to dysfunctional relating. Maybe that's not autism, just an appreciation of people who are articulate and succinct. My experience of engaging with others with autism is that it is communicative RELIEF! Neurotypicals, as you refer to them, can be a bloody nightmare for all the reasons you have stated above.
I’ve just come upon your videos and so much resonates! Diagnosed as an adult in Feb 2019 although my experience was totally negative and I’m still coming to terms with a lot. Your videos are great though as I’ve got no one the same as me and to find a fellow female is just absolutely amazing. I’ve even sent stuff to my mum who I’m currently estranged from as she called the police on me twice when ‘autism showed through’ in the form of meltdowns
'Some of us are very over-educated, in fact' Me sat here with two master's degrees on the wall, making stuff to sell on Etsy because I've never been able to get a job (and also what I'm doing is super fun, even if I feel a lot of guilt still that it's not what society would consider particularly meaningful or high-achieving).
I just got diagnosed as a middle aged female and came looking for something like this. Now what? When I realized I was probably autistic, I did and still do, replay my entire life. And also my mother's behavior because I think she was also autistic. I'm trying to reframe all those bad experiences and I feel like now I'm taking the blame on myself. What I wanted to say was thank you for your videos. It was your channel specifically that helped me realize this about myself. Especially your DSM explained video. So just a thank you!
I relate strongly to what you say about relating to people on their terms. After (late) diagnosis (at 53) most people said don’t let it define you,or don’t become the diagnosis; or well, nobody has to know; or in the case of my parents; we’ve coped for over 50 years so it doesn’t matter...... !!! Meaning no change necessary! They wouldn’t even go to the post diagnosis group for friends & family! Oh and practically everyone said something along the lines of, well, it must be very mild, well never mind, noone can tell, & I had worse things said to me as well.... like.... I hope you’re not going to use it toget your own way all the time/excuse rude behaviour/..... oh, & the well, you’re no different to us, we struggle with that too, just not so extremely......... & many variations of these comments! Would love to connect with you on fb.
The sociatal gaslighting is not just a gender specific thing i've found. It seems to be from anyone who just doesnt understand something. its easier to dismiss something unknown then to expose ones self and risk it being something new and scary.
I got my diagnosis today, literally 5 hours ago and I came to find this video specifically. Your channel has proved invaluable to me over the past few months while I’ve increased my research and awaited my assessment results.
When I brought up perhaps being on the spectrum to my in laws, my father in law pointed out how, if I have anything, I must truly hide it well because it doesn't show. Yup! 😅 Masking.
Great video! What is difficult about being diagnosed in adulthood is that most of the resources are directed towards children, in Canada at least. There are also strong stereotypes that make the general population think that autism is very visible when meeting someone. They have in mind only the non-functional cases, like in the movies, like Rain Man. There is a lot of awareness to be done.
I can't get anyone with experience diagnosing autism of any kind, never mind in women. The only real thing we can get where we are is telepsych sessions, meaning the session(s) are done over the tv, and they can't even see if you are looking at them or not, or stimming, etc. and there's always a time delay and glitches making it harder yet. I asked for a specific Aspergers/autism assessment and the guy on the screen actually said, "You are making eye contact with me just fine." I was actually looking at myself in the smaller screen in the corner to see if my face looked right and if I was shaking at all because I was so nervous, I wasn't looking at him at all and my 'reflection' was super distracting. I guess I should have told him that, but I just concluded he was as stupid as all the other psychologists I've seen over the years and shut down instead. He decided I probably have borderline. Knowing more from these and other videos, I might try one more time. I just super hate my GP as he's never really listened to me and I don't feel like I'd get anywhere with him anyway. We live in such a small town I'm not sure there's any point
I'm trying to get myself to go to the GP and explain to him that I want an assessment....I don't even know how am I supposed to tell this to a stranger I was barely able to tell it to my sister after knowing her for 33 years...
Thanks for this kind and usefull video :) I advice you to read Goffman and his face notion about the different "personnality" than we take in public space. A sociological point of view from, I guess, definitly a neurodiverse person :)
I'm male and was diagnosed with autism at the age of 46. I can attest to the fact that being gaslit isn't limited to women. I KNEW something was going on... I spent 30 years trying to figure it out. I've been so over the country to specialists and the majority of the doctors I met with gaslit me. Then, one day, my psychologist was listening to me explain the issues I have work socializing and she smiled "well, I think that's because you're autistic..." and my entire universe changed overnight.
Yeah I am trying to wedge some additional sensory relief and special interest time into my schedule since my “anxiety” turned out to be autism lol. But how the heck do you do that with two kids at home full time during a freakin pandemic! Yeah it’s hard. I’m slowly moving towards it getting better but it’s really hard.
I feel like I wasn't assessed properly and cannot be reassessed in the public health care system. They want be to get treatment for bpd, which is the diagnosis they gave me, needless to say I do not believe weekly group therapy would benefit me at all, especially aimed at bpd. Seeking help without a diagnosis isn't an option. I need a black on white diagnosis to have access to support through the public health care system. So it's all a mess meanwhile life at home is really hard.
Actually your story is very similar to mine. I too was diagnosed as BPD... and bipolar... I tried to get help seeking a more thorough and proper diagnosis from my psych. but he literally refused, and threatened me with a baker act if I didn't take the meds he prescribed which were making it worse. I had to seek diagnosis on my own. It's not easy but it can be done.
how did you get in touch with people like you? im 35 and was diagnosed earlier this year,but don't know what to do with it... i feel like i'll never meet else anyone like me
@@RoRo-pw8fu Maybe try SEE (south east england) Autistic women's group: facebook.com/groups/990431507754294/ and there's also a mixed gender Meetup Group: www.meetup.com/en-AU/Informal-Meetups-for-Autistic-Adults/
I get that. I was only recently diagnosed two months ago but I've been suspecting it for awhile now. It is honestly throwing me for a loop trying to comprehend it, and I do wish there were others like me around to help with sorting this all out. A support group would be nice even though I'm actually not that social.
I have a subtype of autism. How about you? I spent the last year reading and researching about autism only to be told I have a type I hadn't considered lol.
I absulity adore you sam. I am sure much like you in the autism. Since I have a lot of the same traits and melt downs and the alexithimia and I even have to right things down to so I to will not forget things I do that to I have shut downs and even burnouts just as you the same if. Not similar ways. We are so much alike that's very cool. And it tells me im not alone. In my autism. No one understands me at times to they have told me the same stuff to you dont seem autistic or. Your pretty normal to me. I even been told we are all a little autistic I know this is all bologna. Lol. To I've been told the same bull sh@#t since i was young to. I hate it to so i can relate to you and how you feel i get you i understand you i know what it like to be shunned or bullied. It hurts and I've been told gaslighting comments to so I get you I know how you feel. And I do feel empathy very strongly in fact yes. So we can feel empathy they told me when I was young that autistic people lack empathy this is bull sh@#t I found out that to. Wow lol
Hi. Sam how are you doing lately. I love watching your autism videos you teach me alot more about autism then I ever knew thank you I'm autistic to I was diagnosed at the age of 2 yrs old I did not mask as much as a kid. But nowdays I mask it more now at times cause I learned how to mask now better these days lol. Im.zach the dinosaur man. Love you sam your awesome girl love your jokes to your very funny you make me laugh and enjoy my days more. Thanks. Sam. I could of not done it with out your advise and the traits about it me and you are so much alike it is so unreal we could totally be best friends if you want
Hey Sam, So you mentioned support for autistic adults in the Netherlands, could you point me in the right direction? I've just been diagnosed (as in two days ago) and I would love to have some people who I can relate and talk to.
Find an autism centre in your area and apply through them. You can get support from the gemeente (although it varies depending on region). The autism organisation help you navigate this.
If you google autism + your city/area, you should get a list of all the organisations in your area that offer help. Also, some of the autism centres that diagnose people, also offer other things, like sport groups, art groups, womens groups, etc. You should ask yours if they offer "psycho-educatie". That usually happens in a group, and is also a good way to meet people (and is super useful anyway).
Hi can I ask you what is the best way to go about telling my son he has been diagnosed as autistic. He is a very sensitive and anxious boy. Do you have a video that would help with this breaking the news?
More teen cringe: My little sister had no respect for me and constantly made fun of me at home. I had no friends so I'd sometimes tag along with her. I was 16, she was 14. I had no idea how to make my own friends by talking to people 😂
I.even have. Executive function. Issues to the same as you to. Wow. We are so much alike. Wow I wish I could talk to you. In a phone call. One day I would love to chat with you rather then texting cause honestly I hate texting. Lol. But I know how. Just hate it lol.
I was diagnosed with autism about a year ago ( I was 22) and was given very little support. I was recommended two books on social rules and ettiquete and sent on my way. I didn't even know what a stim was until I found your channel. I was still beating myself up for things that, after watching a few of your videos, I realise are just facets of my autism. So, Thank You so much!
I've started getting diagnosed, although I'm already pretty sure I have it. It's been years and years of not knowing what's wrong with me. Some people say "oh it would be just an excuse to be lazy". Believe me, if I can I'm not lazy, but being paralyzed by mixed emotions and thoughts, sleeping a lot and waking up in the middle of the night with fear, it's not fun. NT people say "just wake up early, get out of bed, go for a walk, eat breakfast and your day will be great". But what if I cannot find shoes, decide what type of clothes wear for this weather, then have nothing eatable in the fridge (although I have many things, just can't eat it now). So after such morning I lack of energy for the rest of the day and just want to sleep, my mind drifts off. My best mornings are when I have plenty of time to wake up, find clothes, prepare food and it's already 1 pm. But.. if I'm in a good condition, I can do things much faster and on higher level than anybody else I know. Complex analysis, deep understanding, great new ideas. Just those everyday mundane tasks take a lot of energy
Absolutely this!
Obligatory engagement with own video
Have some extra engagement on your video,
and while we're at it have a new subscriber too . ;)
@@BertSingels Haha thank you for both!
Thank you so much for all your videos, Sam - I was just diagnosed ASD1 with alexithymia - at 60! That's a lot of life to re-assess and soooo much self-denying masking to un-learn... It's not that I plan to be madly anti-social now, but I'm not going to squash my own needs down any more. Please keep making videos - yours have been amongst the most helpful to me. Very best wishes!
So glad you finally got your answers - it sounds like you're going through the same process I did! I have no plans to stop making videos just yet 😉
It took me over a year to recover from the adult _assessment_ process. And, as you described, as soon as I was given my diagnosis in July 2017, it was "Don't let the door hit you on the way out!". There is *zero* support for autistic adults in most of Scotland - whether they were diagnosed as kids, or have been recently diagnosed. 😡
Allan MacBain, I hear you, but I think we must be the leaders.
Great video, thanks. I've recently self-diagnosed at the age of 43 and it's videos like yours that are really helping me to self-affirm and realise that I have been living in the shadow of others for so long. I'm beginning to believe in myself more now, and not feeling that I need to wear these masks all the time.
Thank you for this video 😊. I got my ASD diagnosis today. I came home from the assessment and felt like I'd been hit by a train and was totally exhausted. I fell asleep for hours and have only just woken up into my new world.
I'm a 55 year old male, also diagnosed with bipolar. Life can be exhausting.
This video is the first of many I'm sure I'm going to fully investigate! To help me feel 'normal'. I've subscribed to your channel. Thank you again 😊
I got my diagnosis 2 months ago, and this video resonated with me so much. Caring for my needs, some of which I'm just starting to recognize as being related to autism and not just laziness or moodiness, as a mom, is a big challenge. I hate the looks I get when I share my autism, but I, too, am sharing more. It's not like not sharing has been working great for me, LOL.
I was diagnosed 4 years ago, and i feel like you have progressed farther in integrating it and sharing it than I have!
@ Yo Samdy Sam_ I got diagnosed by my psychiatrist 2 weeks ago. I feel like after 34yrs I finally 'meet myself' & I am not finally happy to know 'why I'm so different' & I'm proud. I feel whole. And confident. Thanks for the videos! ✌❤
I am now in my mid-50's and find myself having never been able to relate to people...accept my son, who is on the spectrum. I just find it so much easier to communicate with someone who says the word 'green' and you know he means 'green', whereas, with neurotypicals, there is a dance of 'tone of voice', 'affect', and 'body language' one has to go through in order to really understand what the individual is saying. And even then, I find so much miscommunication takes place that leads to misunderstanding and heated arguments. And they say Autism is a communication disorder? I wonder if maybe we have been looking at it backward. Cheers from Canada.
Gary The Gray - yes!! I wonder sometimes if I might be on the spectrum. I finding connecting with other autistic people quite relieving. Their succinct and very particular clarity of perception, thought processes and communication is such a relief from people who just don't seem to really take care with their words. I would wonder why they bothered opening their mouths when there was perfectly enjoyable silence preceding it if they didn't really have anything to clearly articulate. Luckily, I can usually read enough subtext, likely assumptions and misperceptions, assumed expectations of response for delivered communication (not in line with the actual words) but it's absolutely exhausting because I'll likely pull it apart and address the real issue/question rather than contort myself to dysfunctional relating. Maybe that's not autism, just an appreciation of people who are articulate and succinct.
My experience of engaging with others with autism is that it is communicative RELIEF! Neurotypicals, as you refer to them, can be a bloody nightmare for all the reasons you have stated above.
I recently realised I communicate better with people with autistic traits.
Hahaha am totally stealing the ‘extra spicy’ comeback for future use 🤣👍 brilliant
I’ve just come upon your videos and so much resonates! Diagnosed as an adult in Feb 2019 although my experience was totally negative and I’m still coming to terms with a lot. Your videos are great though as I’ve got no one the same as me and to find a fellow female is just absolutely amazing. I’ve even sent stuff to my mum who I’m currently estranged from as she called the police on me twice when ‘autism showed through’ in the form of meltdowns
'Some of us are very over-educated, in fact'
Me sat here with two master's degrees on the wall, making stuff to sell on Etsy because I've never been able to get a job (and also what I'm doing is super fun, even if I feel a lot of guilt still that it's not what society would consider particularly meaningful or high-achieving).
same…
I just got diagnosed as a middle aged female and came looking for something like this. Now what? When I realized I was probably autistic, I did and still do, replay my entire life. And also my mother's behavior because I think she was also autistic. I'm trying to reframe all those bad experiences and I feel like now I'm taking the blame on myself.
What I wanted to say was thank you for your videos. It was your channel specifically that helped me realize this about myself. Especially your DSM explained video. So just a thank you!
"Self-Care is a radical act in to-day's world."
Yo, Sam!
I relate strongly to what you say about relating to people on their terms. After (late) diagnosis (at 53)
most people said don’t let it define you,or don’t become the diagnosis; or well, nobody has to know; or in the case of my parents; we’ve coped for over 50 years so it doesn’t matter...... !!! Meaning no change necessary! They wouldn’t even go to the post diagnosis group for friends & family! Oh and practically everyone said something along the lines of, well, it must be very mild, well never mind, noone can tell, & I had worse things said to me as well.... like.... I hope you’re not going to use it toget your own way all the time/excuse rude behaviour/..... oh, & the well, you’re no different to us, we struggle with that too, just not so extremely......... & many variations of these comments! Would love to connect with you on fb.
The sociatal gaslighting is not just a gender specific thing i've found. It seems to be from anyone who just doesnt understand something. its easier to dismiss something unknown then to expose ones self and risk it being something new and scary.
I got my diagnosis today, literally 5 hours ago and I came to find this video specifically. Your channel has proved invaluable to me over the past few months while I’ve increased my research and awaited my assessment results.
Great video Sam 😊, I was diagnosed a few days ago at the age of 41 and found your video a breath of fresh air and very helpful.
Thank you for not including 35805 ads in each of your videos
My son has it I just found out. You are extremely smart and give me great hope that my son can still have a normal life. God Bless you
I was diagnosed with autism three days ago and I have found you video very helpful and make me feel less alone 🤗
When I brought up perhaps being on the spectrum to my in laws, my father in law pointed out how, if I have anything, I must truly hide it well because it doesn't show. Yup! 😅 Masking.
Great video! What is difficult about being diagnosed in adulthood is that most of the resources are directed towards children, in Canada at least. There are also strong stereotypes that make the general population think that autism is very visible when meeting someone. They have in mind only the non-functional cases, like in the movies, like Rain Man. There is a lot of awareness to be done.
I can't get anyone with experience diagnosing autism of any kind, never mind in women. The only real thing we can get where we are is telepsych sessions, meaning the session(s) are done over the tv, and they can't even see if you are looking at them or not, or stimming, etc. and there's always a time delay and glitches making it harder yet. I asked for a specific Aspergers/autism assessment and the guy on the screen actually said, "You are making eye contact with me just fine." I was actually looking at myself in the smaller screen in the corner to see if my face looked right and if I was shaking at all because I was so nervous, I wasn't looking at him at all and my 'reflection' was super distracting. I guess I should have told him that, but I just concluded he was as stupid as all the other psychologists I've seen over the years and shut down instead. He decided I probably have borderline. Knowing more from these and other videos, I might try one more time. I just super hate my GP as he's never really listened to me and I don't feel like I'd get anywhere with him anyway. We live in such a small town I'm not sure there's any point
Love this video. I was diagnosed this week and I'm 54 years old.
Over educated yes...so true... thank you for sharing...
I'm trying to get myself to go to the GP and explain to him that I want an assessment....I don't even know how am I supposed to tell this to a stranger I was barely able to tell it to my sister after knowing her for 33 years...
Thanks for this kind and usefull video :)
I advice you to read Goffman and his face notion about the different "personnality" than we take in public space. A sociological point of view from, I guess, definitly a neurodiverse person :)
Thank you I will check it out!
I'm male and was diagnosed with autism at the age of 46. I can attest to the fact that being gaslit isn't limited to women. I KNEW something was going on... I spent 30 years trying to figure it out. I've been so over the country to specialists and the majority of the doctors I met with gaslit me. Then, one day, my psychologist was listening to me explain the issues I have work socializing and she smiled "well, I think that's because you're autistic..." and my entire universe changed overnight.
I've actually been told that I'm "not autistic" and I'm finding it to feel a little bit offensive....
Yeah I am trying to wedge some additional sensory relief and special interest time into my schedule since my “anxiety” turned out to be autism lol. But how the heck do you do that with two kids at home full time during a freakin pandemic! Yeah it’s hard. I’m slowly moving towards it getting better but it’s really hard.
I've been officially diagnosed as autistic today!
Ive just got diagnosed 15 minutes ago with Autism! Im 34
I feel like I wasn't assessed properly and cannot be reassessed in the public health care system. They want be to get treatment for bpd, which is the diagnosis they gave me, needless to say I do not believe weekly group therapy would benefit me at all, especially aimed at bpd. Seeking help without a diagnosis isn't an option. I need a black on white diagnosis to have access to support through the public health care system. So it's all a mess meanwhile life at home is really hard.
Actually your story is very similar to mine. I too was diagnosed as BPD... and bipolar... I tried to get help seeking a more thorough and proper diagnosis from my psych. but he literally refused, and threatened me with a baker act if I didn't take the meds he prescribed which were making it worse. I had to seek diagnosis on my own. It's not easy but it can be done.
Hi I got diagnosed a few months ago age 36
1:50 soooo my dad. and why i have extra difficulties with maintaining a job
how did you get in touch with people like you? im 35 and was diagnosed earlier this year,but don't know what to do with it... i feel like i'll never meet else anyone like me
Primarily through Facebook groups. What region are you in, I could try and direct you somewhere...?
@@YoSamdySam im in london, uk
@@RoRo-pw8fu Maybe try SEE (south east england) Autistic women's group: facebook.com/groups/990431507754294/ and there's also a mixed gender Meetup Group: www.meetup.com/en-AU/Informal-Meetups-for-Autistic-Adults/
@@YoSamdySam thank you!
I get that. I was only recently diagnosed two months ago but I've been suspecting it for awhile now. It is honestly throwing me for a loop trying to comprehend it, and I do wish there were others like me around to help with sorting this all out. A support group would be nice even though I'm actually not that social.
💕💕💕
binging through your videos and.... this is very interesting but what the HELL does "mango and lime" mean??????
I waited 2years for assessment,just had diagnosis letter last week. Today, I feel grumpy, sad & confused. What now?
Diagnosed yesterday. I feel the same (30 years old)
@@sharon1939 48 here 🤷🏻♀️
I have a subtype of autism. How about you?
I spent the last year reading and researching about autism only to be told I have a type I hadn't considered lol.
@@sharon1939 I'm not sure of a type as such, just ASD diagnosis.
Still waiting on my full report 7 months on...
May I ask for the name of that organisation? I'm looking to moving to the Netherlands anytime soon, and I would love to have a reliable support there!
I absulity adore you sam. I am sure much like you in the autism. Since I have a lot of the same traits and melt downs and the alexithimia and I even have to right things down to so I to will not forget things I do that to I have shut downs and even burnouts just as you the same if. Not similar ways. We are so much alike that's very cool. And it tells me im not alone. In my autism. No one understands me at times to they have told me the same stuff to you dont seem autistic or. Your pretty normal to me. I even been told we are all a little autistic I know this is all bologna. Lol. To I've been told the same bull sh@#t since i was young to. I hate it to so i can relate to you and how you feel i get you i understand you i know what it like to be shunned or bullied. It hurts and I've been told gaslighting comments to so I get you I know how you feel. And I do feel empathy very strongly in fact yes. So we can feel empathy they told me when I was young that autistic people lack empathy this is bull sh@#t I found out that to. Wow lol
Hi. Sam how are you doing lately. I love watching your autism videos you teach me alot more about autism then I ever knew thank you I'm autistic to I was diagnosed at the age of 2 yrs old I did not mask as much as a kid. But nowdays I mask it more now at times cause I learned how to mask now better these days lol. Im.zach the dinosaur man. Love you sam your awesome girl love your jokes to your very funny you make me laugh and enjoy my days more. Thanks. Sam. I could of not done it with out your advise and the traits about it me and you are so much alike it is so unreal we could totally be best friends if you want
Hey Sam, So you mentioned support for autistic adults in the Netherlands, could you point me in the right direction? I've just been diagnosed (as in two days ago) and I would love to have some people who I can relate and talk to.
Find an autism centre in your area and apply through them. You can get support from the gemeente (although it varies depending on region). The autism organisation help you navigate this.
@@YoSamdySam Thank you so much!
If you google autism + your city/area, you should get a list of all the organisations in your area that offer help. Also, some of the autism centres that diagnose people, also offer other things, like sport groups, art groups, womens groups, etc. You should ask yours if they offer "psycho-educatie". That usually happens in a group, and is also a good way to meet people (and is super useful anyway).
You have a husband? I didn't know it was possible. How to find/attract/keep a husband as an autistic woman? I would like to know that please x
Hi can I ask you what is the best way to go about telling my son he has been diagnosed as autistic. He is a very sensitive and anxious boy. Do you have a video that would help with this breaking the news?
Nathan Selove made a video about his diagnosis story (titled something similar like that) about how and when his mother told him.
More teen cringe: My little sister had no respect for me and constantly made fun of me at home. I had no friends so I'd sometimes tag along with her. I was 16, she was 14. I had no idea how to make my own friends by talking to people 😂
I.even have. Executive function. Issues to the same as you to. Wow. We are so much alike. Wow I wish I could talk to you. In a phone call. One day I would love to chat with you rather then texting cause honestly I hate texting. Lol. But I know how. Just hate it lol.
Omg, Nandos is the best & now I am craving a whole chicken! haha
2:12 hahah yes! Astrology is the worst lol