Published on 12, July, 2020
I know I'm on the Autism spectrum & most prob ADHD. My family know that I am. My bro & niece are.
So what are the benefits of others knowing?
Does it actually get you anywhere?
Do I need to be diagnosis to prove who I am?
Are there any benefits from being diagnosed?
Is knowing you are Autistic enough?
Would very much like to know your points of views on this & maybe see it from a diff perspective
To get the widest possible range of views (in addition to fresh replies / opinions here), it's well worth using the forum's search tool, as this question has been revisited many times over the years.
In addition, the NAS resources may be of help. They include:
"Benefits of a diagnosis Some people see a formal diagnosis as an unhelpful label, but for many, getting a timely and thorough assessment and diagnosis may be helpful because:
From: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/diagnosis/pre-diagnosis/adults
A couple of examples of previous threads:
https://community.autism.org.uk/f/adults-on-the-autistic-spectrum/24311/benefits-of-diagnosis-for-older-adults/211545#211545
https://community.autism.org.uk/f/introduce-yourself/31591/what-are-the-benefits-of-an-adult-diagnosis
Apologies for the repetitionI had read the "Benefits of a diagnosis" but most points don't apply to me. I don't have "family, partner, employer, colleagues and friends" around me; I am totally alone. I've not been misdiagnosed. I cannot access any services because I am Autistic & no-one to help me navigate them.
I was looking for more of a personal point of view. So I will endeavour to use the search tool from now on.
Ty
There's absolutely no need to apologise - and please don't take what I said as criticism; it wasn't intended that way.
Each of us is unique in how we approach this question and I'm sure others will be more than happy to offer some fresh perspectives. I just wanted to encourage you to dig around in the forum archives, as something there might also prove helpful to you.
Wasn't taken as criticism Bunny, you just stated the facts & I stated mine. I hope I wasn't too abrupt for you. I always take things in a positive manner; It lightens any potential stresses in communication