10 Autistic Traits That Let Me Know I Had Autism (Late Diagnosis)

🌟10 Autistic Traits That Let Me Know I Had Autism (Late Diagnosis)🌟

Visionaries, welcome to my channel! In today’s video, I’m sharing 10 key symptoms that made me realize I’m autistic long before I received a formal late autism diagnosis at age 45. For years, I navigated life feeling different, often masking my behaviors to fit into a neurotypical world. These signs stood out to me as clues about my autism, and they might resonate with you too.
In this video, I’ll cover:

Intro & Welcome – 0:01
Monotone Voice & Vocal Patterns – 0:42
Withdrawal from Social Situations – 1:38
Masking & Social Energy Drain – 3:26
Preference for Solitude – 5:00
Heightened Senses (Light, Sound, Smell) – 7:20
Empathy & Emotional Sensitivity – 10:38
Logical & Analytical Thinking – 12:38
Detail-Oriented & Information-Seeking – 16:13
Hyperfocus, Productivity & Creativity – 17:57
Eye Contact & Lip Reading – 20:30
Passion for Justice & Advocacy – 21:58
Reflections on Autism & Diagnosis – 24:00
Encouragement for Community & Advocacy – 24:54
Outro & Call to Subscribe – 25:25

🧩 The subtle (and not-so-subtle) traits that pointed to autism in my daily life.
💡 How I connected the dots to realize I was neurodivergent.
🌍 The importance of recognizing these traits in yourself or others.
💪 How understanding these signs helped me embrace my authentic self.

If you’ve ever felt like you might be on the autism spectrum but weren’t sure where to start, or if you’re curious about the experiences of late-diagnosed autistic adults, this video is for you. Let’s explore these signs together and celebrate neurodiversity! 💙

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Disclaimer: The opinions in my videos do not constitute medical advice. The information shared is indicative of my autism journey and for educational and entertainment purposes only.

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Helpful Resources

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The Politics of Autism:
The Politics of Autism investigates the truths and fictions of public understanding about autism, questioning apparent realities too sensitive or impolitic to challenge. Is there really more autism? How has the count expanded by diagnosing autism over other conditions?

Autism Missed and Misdiagnosed
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Autism and Education: What Parents and Teachers Need to Know (The Way I See It)
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Autism for Adults: An Approachable Guide to Living Excellently on the Spectrum
Dan’s book is packed with actionable advice that readers can immediately start putting into practice. You’ll learn how to navigate common challenges, such as dating on the spectrum, holding down a job, or performing well in school. Best of all, you’ll learn to improve your life while also empowering yourself.

#AutismInAdults #Neurodiversity #ASD

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Intro & Welcome – 0:01
Monotone Voice & Vocal Patterns – 0:42
Withdrawal from Social Situations – 1:38
Masking & Social Energy Drain – 3:26
Preference for Solitude – 5:00
Heightened Senses (Light, Sound, Smell) – 7:20
Empathy & Emotional Sensitivity – 10:38
Logical & Analytical Thinking – 12:38
Detail-Oriented & Information-Seeking – 16:13
Hyperfocus, Productivity & Creativity – 17:57
Eye Contact & Lip Reading – 20:30
Passion for Justice & Advocacy – 21:58
Reflections on Autism & Diagnosis – 24:00
Encouragement for Community & Advocacy – 24:54
Outro & Call to Subscribe – 25:25

[honoree]

I want to thank you for sharing this. So many things resonate and I have just started this journey with my therapist but there's so much limited info out there for black women. I just wanted to say thank you and you have helped me so much! The masking, the lack of desire to engage unless it's meaningful. I want friends but have always had trouble having them or keeping them. I do not mind being alone and I am also keeping my mind moving. I'm super sensitive to water and when I am anxious I do not like certain textured walls or solid surfaces. I am easily overstimulated at times. Thanks again. Off to do more research....lol.