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Benefits of a formal diagnosis?

Danjo

I am a 54 year old man and have done the ASQ and other online tests and have scored consistently in the autism ranges. A lot of my life experiences make more sense now - including extended bouts of anxiety and depression, insomnia, situational anxiety, introceptive confusion and others. I am wondering now about the benefits of a formal diagnosis. I’d welcome advice from others.

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  • I received my diagnosis this week aged 51. So far, it's been incredibly helpful. Although I knew I had traits that could be understood as autistic, I also knew they might indicate other issues. I pursued a diagnosis to find some extra clarity, and that's what it's given me. It's given me a clinically recognised means by which to make sense of things. I can look forward to the coming years with a better understanding of who I am how I work best, and also find some peace with aspects of my past that are difficult. I better understand why things happen. With self-diagnosis, I think I'd have always had a nagging voice questioning if it was genuine or if I was mistaken. 

  • in reply to whomper

    Congratulations on your diagnosis! 

    I felt the same as you about diagnosis, and having detailed medical report was incredibly helpful in moving forward.

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