Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi everybody,
I'm a little confused about my diagnosis
It says on the front page that I have been diagnosis with ASC
But on the next page it says there are different types of autism.
I've read a lot up about it before I got the diagnosis and was sure I would get diagnosed with aspergers.
I'm not that clever at all with common knowledge.
I only do extensive research on things I'm interested in like cars and computer games. And that's the only things that stick in my head.
I'm absolutely rubbish at maths and English, I struggled like hell in school so I ended up bunking off for the most of it.
The only reason I got a late diagnosis is because my parents were and still are in denial.
My mum has asked me "when are you going to grwo up"
Because I'm now 32 and still play computer games.
Thanks for replies in advance
Hi. Based on what I've read, there are many different types of autism, but they're now all classified as ASC (autistic spectrum condition) rather than being split out into separate diagnoses. People with Asperger's, for example, will receive an overall diagnosis of ASC rather than a specific diagnosis of Asperger's.
Have you been offered any support following your diagnosis? If so, perhaps you can write down some questions to ask so that you can understand your diagnosis better. If not, I'm sure you could contact the assessment centre you were diagnosed at to clarify any questions.
I suppose the type of autism (e.g. Asperger's) isn't as important as understanding your individual profile - the skills you have, the challenges you face, and the coping mechanisms that might help you.
I'm still waiting for my diagnosis, so my understanding is only based on what I've read/picked up from conversations, but the NAS Helpline would be able to give you professional advice if you need it.
How long have you been waiting for your diagnosis assessment?>
Just over a year now. It feels like a very long time.