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Late-Identified Autism: When Adults Realise It Explains a Lifetime of Things
James Wightman, Registered Psychologist & Clinical Psychology RegistrarJames Wightman, Registered Psychologist & Clinical Psychology Registrar

Late-Identified Autism: When Adults Realise It Explains a Lifetime of Things

Many adults recognise autism in themselves later in life — often after years of feeling subtly different without knowing why. Here's what late-identified autism can look like, and why recognition often brings relief rather than distress.

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Why Do I Keep Having Disturbing Intrusive Thoughts? (OCD, Harm & Sexual Thoughts)
AnxietyJames Wightman, Registered Psychologist & Clinical Psychology RegistrarAnxietyJames Wightman, Registered Psychologist & Clinical Psychology Registrar

Why Do I Keep Having Disturbing Intrusive Thoughts? (OCD, Harm & Sexual Thoughts)

Many people experience disturbing intrusive thoughts — including fears of harming someone or doing something completely out of character. These thoughts can feel frightening, but they are far more common than most people realise and do not mean you want to act on them. This guide explains why intrusive thoughts happen and how they are treated in OCD.

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