Published on 12, July, 2020
Hiya, im a teenage girl, and have been struggling for years. Ever since I was a child I struggled. The teacher even told my parents to get me tested if I was deaf because I didnt listen. Anyways. Recently for the last year I have been thinking alot and doing lots of research about autism.
Some of my ways is avoiding contact and when I do make eyecontact I feel like the other person is staring into my soul and I panic and look away. I also am sensitive to sounds and touch. Ever since I was young I'd go to places gatherings with my parents and I'd ask them if I could leave because id panic and over stimulate. I still am the same. Certain feelings make me feel uncomfortable and worried. I get obsessive about certain interests to the point I bore people. I'm extremely awkward and shy around people except close friends. I also like to work alone I am a mute in a group and loose focus easily. I also have a routine. I suppose ocd type behaviours. I'm just super unsure. I have more reasons to believe I might be on the spectrum but I want to maybe get diagnosed but I don't know.
Hey, welcome to the forum. Sounds like you’ll find a lot in common with many here. Have you spoken to your parents about a possible diagnosis or are these mainly private thoughts right now? It’s quiet on here right now but don’t let that put you off, you’ll have other people replying soon.
Hello! Thanks you so much! I tried but my parents don't understand really. Its hard as they dont get me.
Hi there! My advice is to approach your GP as I did---although late in life. Don't put it off, act now to get a referral. You have a whole life ahead of you so get your support. I would not wish on anyone the trials and tribulations | experienced throughout my life without knowing the reasons for them and how to deal with "knowing thyself".
Hi Sarah, Thanks for your response. Please dont think me rude for my belated response. Unlike many who attend this great NAS community and who depend on it on a daily basis, I occasionaly have a look-in within my limitation. I am not tied to my PC. I'm not a technophobic, but try to lead a balance between tech and my other interests, and more simply put --- my mind is only capable of absorbing what my bum will endure in the sitting position. ;-)
In answer to your worry I quote a snippet from Desiderata. "Do not distress yourself with imaginings"
Hi Mike, I think you are really brave getting your diagnosis later on in life. I'm almost 57 and worry that the GP will say why have I waited so long