Pre-diagnosis I had no interest in being an ambassador for any particular community. Post-diagnosis, as things have started to make sense, I've started to feel a responsibility to speak out about how I've been treated in the past. However, my anxiety is so bad I rarely leave my home. I used to be really independent, but I have regressed a lot the last few years as I've struggled to piece my life together. My life strategies have stopped working for me, and I feel like I have nothing positive to share. However, light MUST be shed on how we are currently treated! People MUST see how destructive their behavior is for autistics! People MUST see all of that before we can expect any meaningful change! In other words, you inspire me!