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Possible autism misdiagnosis- need advice

NAS86101

Hello,

I have been diagnosed with autism since i was around 6 years old, however i dont think i do have it because i dont really relate to any of the symptoms, and i feel like the symptoms that i displayed was due to traumatic events that i have experienced in my life. When i was younger i was very quiet because i would be scared to talk, i was also going through emotional abuse which made me not want to talk to anyone. As i became a teenager i became normal and i dont think i have any other symptoms of autism but i didnt know what to do. A few months ago i finally had the courage to contact my GP about this situation, they have given me the adult autism questionnaire and they have said they referred me to a adult autism service. I dont know how this will work as i was already diagnosed, and i am unsure of how long i have to wait. I just wanted some advice to see if anyone else is in a similar situation?

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  • From my research, the deciding difference really comes down to the issue of communication. Autistics perceive and experience life slightly different, but different enough to where there will be constant miscommunication and an inability to relate with (and respond) to others and their expectations. There can be a better awareness of environmental factors rather than social factors for autistics and while they might not say an expected thing or the wrong thing in a social group, they'll most likely sense what kind of lighting is being used, the catalogue of artists being played, the different perfumes, what year the tapestry is from and so on.

    You have noted correctly though. For far too many decades, there has been confusion between Trauma vs Autism. Have a better look into how these are easily confused and you'll be able to collect substantial evidence to give to your GP. 

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  • From my research, the deciding difference really comes down to the issue of communication. Autistics perceive and experience life slightly different, but different enough to where there will be constant miscommunication and an inability to relate with (and respond) to others and their expectations. There can be a better awareness of environmental factors rather than social factors for autistics and while they might not say an expected thing or the wrong thing in a social group, they'll most likely sense what kind of lighting is being used, the catalogue of artists being played, the different perfumes, what year the tapestry is from and so on.

    You have noted correctly though. For far too many decades, there has been confusion between Trauma vs Autism. Have a better look into how these are easily confused and you'll be able to collect substantial evidence to give to your GP. 

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