I was diagnosed with autism at the age of 4. I never understood why I was different as a little girl, but I knew I was different because I could not explain my emotions or thoughts rationally.
I often wonder: without autism, would I had made friends more easily? Would I cry less and not focus on wanting to be accepted?
A lot of times I still struggle with this, even though it is not as bad as it used to be. Now, as an adult, I do not have the best time dating and struggle often.
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