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NAS89499
11 months ago

Hi all. My elder brother is has not been diagnosed but I'm 100% sure he is on the spectrum and has aspergers. I was wondering what your views were on the benefits of getting a diagnosis for him. He is reluctant to talk about autism and not keen on seeing a doctor or specialist of any nature. Would appreciate your views and thoughts. Thanks

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  • 11 months ago
    NAS89499 said:
    He is reluctant to talk about autism and not keen on seeing a doctor or specialist of any nature.

    I would advocate respecting his choice and don't push.

    You can help by reading up on some of the issues he has that you believe to be autistic and offer advice on how to deal with them without pushing him to get a label that many still find unpleasant.

    If your advice shows results then he may come around to wantng to find out more in which case you can point him in the right direction.

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  • 11 months ago
    NAS89499 said:
    He is reluctant to talk about autism and not keen on seeing a doctor or specialist of any nature.

    I would advocate respecting his choice and don't push.

    You can help by reading up on some of the issues he has that you believe to be autistic and offer advice on how to deal with them without pushing him to get a label that many still find unpleasant.

    If your advice shows results then he may come around to wantng to find out more in which case you can point him in the right direction.

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