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What co-occurring conditions do you have? (self.askautisticpeople)

submitted 3 months ago by Persen to c/[email protected]

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Ok, I had a preauricular sinus, which I have had removed because of later complications (apparently is more common, but I can't find the specific data) and probably dyspraxia (of which diagnosis I won't seek, as I have already had enough trouble with the great Slovenian medical system (at least we have public health insurance)(as you can see, I also can't shut up if that's in the DSM)).

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 3 months ago (3 children)

I have Dyslexia and suspected ADHD.

[–] Persen 1 points 3 months ago (2 children)

Well, I did think I have ADHD many times, bit you can never know what's just a part of ASD and what ADHD, but I probably don't have it. I'm not doubting your conclusion, but what bought you to this?

[–] [email protected] 1 points 3 months ago (1 children)

General lack of organization, forgetfulness, cant muster enough focus for most things that aren't my passion but i can hyperfocus on things that interest me.

[–] Persen 1 points 3 months ago

Oh, thanks. Now I won't have intrusive thoughts about having undiagnosed ADHD.