Published on 12, July, 2020
I've been diagnosed 24 years now.Follow up question:Do you feel that you understand your own Autism?
Ive not been diagnosed yet, i'm 55 and only just realized i had the traits about 12 months ago, I've struggled all my life socializing, maintaining eye contact, struggled in job interviews, I've struggled all my life, I have put it down depression, alcoholism all sorts, I stopped drinking for 5 years once but i still all the traits and problems i had before i stopped. I have used alcohol alot to mix with people and feel so called normal. I'm still not sure if i should bother the doctor asking for a diagnosis there is no cure for it is there?
Welcome!
People feel differently about a diagnosis.
I'm about your age. It was good for me, as it has helped with my partner and I am starting to learn a bit more about myself.
I can see that it is OK to be self-diagnosed too.
Others probably want to close pandora's box.
No there is no 'cure'. It would be like curing you of being you. A formal diagnosis, or self diagnosis may help you come to terms with yourself.