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So, apparently I don't have Autism

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I was told this morning that I don't have Autism, I shouldn't be attending the Autism group (apparently, only people with a diagnosis can attend these - not what I've been told by the branch officer) and counselling will solve everything.

The person who told me this, hardly knows me and claims it's self esteem and confidence that need sorting out.

She's meant to be disability support.

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  • eh? Just because I haven't been diagnosed, doesn't means there's nothing wrong. It took 23 years to be diagnosed with a brain condition, which is more than likely why I've got issues with my memory and other stuff. Does than mean until the diagnosis I didn't have it? Of course it bloody doesn't.

    The fact is, the psychiatrist and GP haven't actually said I don't have it. Oh, and there quite a few people who aren't medically trained in that way who say I have it. The difference? They actually have a clue what Autism is and know me better. At least one of those people are on the spectrum and thinks his son might be too.

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  • eh? Just because I haven't been diagnosed, doesn't means there's nothing wrong. It took 23 years to be diagnosed with a brain condition, which is more than likely why I've got issues with my memory and other stuff. Does than mean until the diagnosis I didn't have it? Of course it bloody doesn't.

    The fact is, the psychiatrist and GP haven't actually said I don't have it. Oh, and there quite a few people who aren't medically trained in that way who say I have it. The difference? They actually have a clue what Autism is and know me better. At least one of those people are on the spectrum and thinks his son might be too.

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