I had to completely change careers. I'm not sure how, but I made it through my 'first choice' of professions long enough to get vested. When I was finally diagnosed, I understood why I experienced things the way I did and reacted. I was completely overwhelmed. I found a job with tons of routine and repetition, that has made all the difference. Also working with kids who are like I was/am makes me laugh.
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Disagreeing with you doesn't mean I hate you, it just means we disagree.
Neurocognitive exam in May 2019, diagnosed with ASD, Asperger's type in June 2019.