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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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  • I think your older brother has to come to terms with it himself before he approaches the idea of diagnosis.

    Many adults feel that being diagnosed will adversely affect their careers. I have a friend in a similar position who feels that her employer would be unsupportive of having an autistic employee.

    For my friend realising that she is probably autistic adhd as well as knowing she is OCD is helping her understand her children more and push for assessment of her kids.

    She doesn't want assessing herself and she doesn't really want other people to know. As a recently diagnosed adult I find that quite hard to understand but I have to accept that's what she wishes and let her do it her way. All you can do is be there for your brother if and when he realises that he may be autistic. It sucks I know and I'm sorry.

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  • I think your older brother has to come to terms with it himself before he approaches the idea of diagnosis.

    Many adults feel that being diagnosed will adversely affect their careers. I have a friend in a similar position who feels that her employer would be unsupportive of having an autistic employee.

    For my friend realising that she is probably autistic adhd as well as knowing she is OCD is helping her understand her children more and push for assessment of her kids.

    She doesn't want assessing herself and she doesn't really want other people to know. As a recently diagnosed adult I find that quite hard to understand but I have to accept that's what she wishes and let her do it her way. All you can do is be there for your brother if and when he realises that he may be autistic. It sucks I know and I'm sorry.

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