My name is Ashley, but I prefer to go by Ash. I am a 19 yr old female who is trying to get tested for Autism. Unfortunately, I am running into difficulty with long wait lists, insurance, and out of pocket fees I cannot yet afford. Since it may take a while to get professionally tested, I figured it would be nice to find a supportive community. So I’ll tell you a little about myself.
I’ve suspected autism for a few years now. My suspicions were peaked when I learned how autism presents in women. I began researching and learning and suddenly, my life began to make sense. I’ve taken many self assessments and they all have indicated that I very well may be on the spectrum.
I struggle with black and white thinking, anxiety, depression, social anxiety, holding down a job, constant burn out, sensory difficulties, all or nothing mentality, and a good bit more but those are the issues that impact me the most.
Anyway, here’s some things about me:
1. I love dinosaurs
2. Tattoo and piercing lover
3. I love sfx makeup, and makeup in general
4. Chemistry nerd
5. Stuffed animal hoarder
6. Serious caffeine addict
7. 1 year and 1 month SH free
8. I LOVE music
9. Horror fan
10. My favorite color is lavender
I’ve suspected autism for a few years now. My suspicions were peaked when I learned how autism presents in women. I began researching and learning and suddenly, my life began to make sense. I’ve taken many self assessments and they all have indicated that I very well may be on the spectrum.
I struggle with black and white thinking, anxiety, depression, social anxiety, holding down a job, constant burn out, sensory difficulties, all or nothing mentality, and a good bit more but those are the issues that impact me the most.
Anyway, here’s some things about me:
1. I love dinosaurs
2. Tattoo and piercing lover
3. I love sfx makeup, and makeup in general
4. Chemistry nerd
5. Stuffed animal hoarder
6. Serious caffeine addict
7. 1 year and 1 month SH free
8. I LOVE music
9. Horror fan
10. My favorite color is lavender