16/11/2023
One thing I am struggling to deal with post-Autism and ADHD diagnosis is this label of "venerable" adult!
In the Equality Act 2010 guidance document, there is an example of adverse effects on abilities. The example talks about a person with Asperger syndrome (a form of autism) not being able to understand instructions during office banter due to his inability to isolate the instruction from social conversation. I can very much relate to that statement.
Autistica, 'the UK's leading autism research and campaigning charity' states "people with autism are vulnerable in different ways and at different times, but there is currently no way to measure their vulnerability. Vulnerability in autism can lead to abuse, social exclusion, victimisation and mental illness"
I have and continue to push myself out of my comfort zone and put my head above the parapet. People have been so kind, engaging and supportive along the way. I have been positively challenged and learned a lot from that. I have also been negatively and aggressively confronted and bullied by some. Have those who have negatively and aggressively impacted my life spotted my "vulnerability" or are they just an arse or both?
I do struggle to understand why some do such negative things to others, whether they are vulnerable or not. 🤙
I've shared a glimpse into my journey post-diagnosis, and I believe that understanding and empathy can bridge gaps. If you feel comfortable, share your experiences or thoughts below. Let's create a space where we learn from each other. 💙
