Neurodivergent adults share what it’s like receiving a later-in-life diagnosis
Neurodivergence doesn't look the same in everyone. Some people learn to mask traits they believe set them apart, while others don't recognize their symptoms until college or early adulthood.
For some, it can mean years of being treated for other conditions before considering autism, ADHD or OCD. But even once someone suspects they may be neurodivergent, getting a diagnosis can be time-consuming and expensive.
However, more adults are asking these questions. A study from the Ohio State University College of Medicine found that 1 in 4 adults surveyed suspected they had undiagnosed ADHD, but…
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