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tea444

Updated 10mo ago

Need Help with Possible Autism Diagnosis

i might have autism, but i have no idea where to turn, i need some help

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MJ4E

2y

I would suggest talking to your doctor. They will probably refer you to a specialist who will be able to diagnose you.
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RedWhimsy

2y

I can help you. My son is autistic. I can usually tell if someone has autism by looking at the move or talking to them. It's much easier to see in males. What is your age and gender? And what makes you think that you are possibly on the spectrum?
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tea444

2y

hi sorry for the late reply, im afab (i go by it/they) in my 20s, and i don't really know how to explain it, all i know is that i have been told that i show some rather telling signs
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tea444

2y

im really sorry i wish i could put it into words better, but i really don't know where to begin, and ive been gaslit by my family about my mental health so much i tend to really second guess myself and overthink a lot
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dollipop

2y

Okay so self diagnosis may be controversial (especially recently and even more so when it comes to Autism) but the biggest help in my journey was taking and understanding the assessments before I went to any professional. The two most common ones are the Autism spectrum quotient and the Camouflaging Autistic traits questionnaire. There is also the Ritvo Autism and Aspergers diagnosis scale and a specialized test for girls/women that are more likely to mask and not show obvious traits. After that there are several options to seek out official diagnosis through a GP, therapist, or various specialists.

The content in this post is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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