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Reading about Autism has blown my mind, how have I had this many symptoms without at least looking them up atleast once. (self.autism)
submitted 1 year ago by Sketchpad01 to c/autism
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I can barely remember everything that's blown my mind. Seeing everything that I've felt, that's made me feel so isolated from other people because I can't explain it, or they just don't understand is crazy. Especially Echolalia. I literally can't go for a few seconds without quoting something. Especially Red Dead Redemption 2. Saying "sure" has never been the same after playing that game lol. Reading through this has blown my mind. It's like reading out my thoughts. Thanks for the support.

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[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

This was my experience when my son was diagnosed. Going through all the questionnaires, interviews, etc was incredibly eye-opening for me.

I recommend getting on a waiting list asap. Where I am it's a 3-year wait to see someone who can give you a formal diagnosis.

[โ€“] Sketchpad01 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Yeah I'm not lucky to live in a country where healthcare is free, I'll be able to get a diagnosis in less than three years, but it won't be soon because it's expensive.