Commentary on “being diagnosed with autism in adulthood: a personal case study”
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to provide a commentary on “being diagnosed with autism in adulthood: a personal case study”. Design/methodology/approach A commentary on an individual’s personal experiences of being referred to autism assessment services and subsequently receiving a diagnosis of autism in adulthood. Findings Many individuals are not diagnosed with autism until their adult life, and as a result, miss the benefits of timely introduction of sources of support, such as during their schooling. Receiving an autism diagnosis can come as a relief and promote self-understanding, but availability of high-quality post-diagnostic support services and accommodating employers are both highly important. Originality/value A commentary on an original viewpoint is published in this special edition on gender and diversity.