Hi, my name is Graham. I have struggled socially for as long as I can remember, I have depression, anxiety and low self esteem. Having listened to a radio discussion about adults with autism last week I found myself identifying with quite a few of the speakers. I am seriously considering trying to get a proper diagnosis. I took an online test which says I am moderately autistic. I am aware of the AQ10 test which GP's use for referrals. But that is 50% about an inability to "read" others. That is not where my Autistic traits are showing. Due to trust issues and being lied to from an early age I have studied people so have developed a pretty good understanding of body language, tone, facial expressions etc. Would my ability to do these things mean I am dismissed as a potential autistic person? in other areas I fit the bill, and don't want to be "missed" because some of the most universally accepted "symptoms" don't fit with me
