Sam Thompson’s autism diagnosis came as a “relief” to the TV star.
Sam Thompson has been diagnosed with autism
The 32-year-old TV personality was diagnosed with the neurodevelopmental condition around two years ago, but Sam is trying to “look at the positive side of things”.
He told MailOnline: “The diagnosis of [autism and ADHD] came as a relief to be honest. I am 32 now so I’ve had a good couple of years to navigate life after the diagnosis.
“Of course, it’s hard, but I do everything I can to look at the positive side of things, and how it makes me unique.”
Despite this, Sam believes his autism has added an “extra layer of difficulty” to his upcoming appearance at Soccer Aid.
The TV star also confessed to feeling overwhelmed by the support he’s received in recent times.
He shared: “I’ve received so many messages this week about my autism and honestly, it’s touched me so much. It’s also made me so emotional coming just before my Match Ball Mission for Soccer Aid, which starts on Monday next week. Reading all of the DM’s and kind comments has been overwhelming.
“I was diagnosed with ADHD when I was 30, then autism just after this – I’ve been proud of this and spoken many times before about how I see it as a superpower.”
Sam is ready to embark on a four-day mission of running and cycling over 260 miles to take the Soccer Aid ball from London to Manchester, ahead of the Soccer Aid game on June 15.
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