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how do you get diagnosed (self.autism)
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I've always been different, but could never quite put my finger on it. Is there any surefire way to get a diagnosis? So many of the memes here (and from icky reddit) seem to hit home and be relatable. Sometimes it seems like autism could be some sort of explanation for all the years of my differences compared to most people I have encountered.

Is there easy ways to diagnose, or is it more subjective than that? Can genetic testing offer any insight? Do I need a specialist? Is there anything that I could really do if I was diagnosed?

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

As someone living in a country with universal Healthcare, it was easy once I knew I may be on the spectrum:

I went to a psych, and told him I made a self test and here is the result. So, he did some more tests and I got my diagnosis.

Depending if you are from the US or a country with universal health care, your millage may vary

[–] [email protected] 0 points 1 year ago (1 children)

This may be ignorant but do you mind if I ask what happens after the diagnosis? Is there medicine that helps or is it something that mainly helps to know/be aware of to find strategies that work for wherever you are on the spectrum? I have taken a couple online tests and they all came back saying I am on the spectrum but I don't really know what to expect by bringing it up to my psychiatrist.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

In my case, I was also ddxd with ADHD and the meds helped me a lot, but it's also useful for mental health professionals to help you.

A formal diagnosis may also get you disability rights depending where you're from, so you may want to look into them.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Thanks so much for your response, that makes a lot of sense. I'm diagnosed with ADHD as well myself and find meds help a lot with that so hopefully a duel diagnosis will help with understanding me.