My Diagnosis

Leading up to my diagnosis, I joined a few Facebook support groups; as this was all very new to me. Seeing how long the waiting list could possibly be, daunted me. How was I going to manage and get support without a diagnosis? I finally got my diagnosis on the 15th of August. The nerves had kicked in, and I didn't know how I would feel having the confirmation. 2 pm soon came around, and I felt like I was waiting for days. The assessment took about an hour; we went through my childhood and adulthood. It gave me the realisation of what my symptoms are and how they've affected me throughout my life. After the diagnosis, we discussed treatment options that I could use. I am now on the waiting list for medication to help control my symptoms. Hopefully, this is the right step forward for my journey. 

Since the assessment, I have started therapy to help with my emotional dysregulation; this has given me someone to rant to and a variety of grounding and mindfulness techniques. My family is taking this journey with me to support me and gain knowledge of my condition.

And that's my diagnosis journey...…