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Am I autistic or not?

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Hi hope everyone's well.

I feel that I may have autism as I have difficulties in communicating with others and my confidence levels are 0. I feel all the time people will judge me if I say or do something. I can't say no either to people I start feeling bad if I do.

I have had this issue since I was a kid and now I am 32. I got bullied alot at school but didn't tell anyone as I was too scared.

Anytime I see someone I know I just want to to run away and not speak to them. It feels horrible to be in this situation and I feel negative most of the time. Has someone been in this situation ? Can anyone tell me if this is related to autism or is it something else pls help. 

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  • As some other posters have mentioned, it does seem a lot like your experience better reflects social anxiety which is a condition which is almost invariably comorbid with autism but is a distinct condition. That being said, it could be related to autism but this is unclear from your message. Again, have a look at tests like the AQ10 and the AQ50 and if you score within the threshold of 'autistic traits' then by all means contact your GP or an organisation that can provide advice :)

    Hope all goes well for you!

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  • As some other posters have mentioned, it does seem a lot like your experience better reflects social anxiety which is a condition which is almost invariably comorbid with autism but is a distinct condition. That being said, it could be related to autism but this is unclear from your message. Again, have a look at tests like the AQ10 and the AQ50 and if you score within the threshold of 'autistic traits' then by all means contact your GP or an organisation that can provide advice :)

    Hope all goes well for you!

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