If you are extremely articulate then your seen as extremely able. What can you do if you can’t mix with people and are highly sensitive person but seen as very able and full of attitude. Do you think this is not autistic?
If you are extremely articulate then your seen as extremely able. What can you do if you can’t mix with people and are highly sensitive person but seen as very able and full of attitude. Do you think this is not autistic?
Just to be clear I’m not articulate and there’s no tone in this post and I’m not full of attitude but I am highly sensitive person. Just wanted ask the question as I appear to people like I have an attitude problem when I’m just angry about some important things to me. I recognise I don’t think the same as anyone but I know that being a highly sensitive person is neurodivergent and that’s definitely me. I would like to have another assessment as I believe the people who assessed me where so lovely but not possibly aware of people like me who is autistic but female and I know I don’t appear autistic but I am and I should be given a nhs verified diagnosis instead of living with out the diagnosis and also because I didn’t go into the appointment with my memory and mental health state properly. But from everything I’ve read in regards to assessment on this post. I think that I’m getting the message that it’s highly likely I won’t be diagnosed as autistic even though I am. So that’s actually the truth of it and it’s not worth paying for an assessment to get told I’m not. Thanks for all your replies as they are all good and helpful but I’m sorry I didn’t answer any of the questions that’s been asked.
Happy new year when it comes!
Just to be clear I’m not articulate and there’s no tone in this post and I’m not full of attitude but I am highly sensitive person. Just wanted ask the question as I appear to people like I have an attitude problem when I’m just angry about some important things to me. I recognise I don’t think the same as anyone but I know that being a highly sensitive person is neurodivergent and that’s definitely me. I would like to have another assessment as I believe the people who assessed me where so lovely but not possibly aware of people like me who is autistic but female and I know I don’t appear autistic but I am and I should be given a nhs verified diagnosis instead of living with out the diagnosis and also because I didn’t go into the appointment with my memory and mental health state properly. But from everything I’ve read in regards to assessment on this post. I think that I’m getting the message that it’s highly likely I won’t be diagnosed as autistic even though I am. So that’s actually the truth of it and it’s not worth paying for an assessment to get told I’m not. Thanks for all your replies as they are all good and helpful but I’m sorry I didn’t answer any of the questions that’s been asked.
Happy new year when it comes!
Why has this thread suddenly become unfriendly?
You mentioned feeling angry. Many people, whether neurotypical or neurodivergent, experience strong emotions when something matters to them.
You’ve mentioned identifying as autistic, even without a formal diagnosis. Some people find it helpful to stay open to different possibilities while continuing to focus on their strengths.
You expressed concerns about whether professionals are aware of autistic females. Some people find it useful to look into assessment processes for their own understanding.
You also mentioned concerns about paying for an assessment if the result is negative. Some people find that assessments can still offer clarity and reassurance, even if the outcome is different from what they anticipated.
Assessments aren’t meant to confirm any particular expectation. Staying open to what you might learn can provide useful insights, no matter the outcome.
Many people feel relief when evaluations show they do not have certain conditions. Similarly, an autism assessment can provide helpful insight and reassurance, regardless of the outcome.
Sharing your thoughts on these questions can help others understand your perspective and explore ways to offer support. Speaking with professionals is always an option if you wish.
I’m genuinely interested in hearing more about the experiences or traits that make you feel autistic, and which aspects resonate most with you.
People aren't saying you won't get a positive diagnosis. They are just saying being articulate shouldn't make much difference. It doesn't prove it one way or the other.
Highly sensitive person (HSP) is not and an illness or condition. It is just a feature, like introvert or extrovert.
Inability to socialise depends on the reason. Whether you struggle to know when to speak, talk too long, always steer the conversation to your topic, are blunt, too literal, detail focussed, struggle to start and stop conversations, etc.
The place I used for my assessment had an initial consultation, about 60-90 minutes. After this they would decide whether to proceed with the formal diagnosis. If they stopped it was a quarter of the price, something like that. If they continued it didn't guarantee it would be positive, but at least they told the people that definitely weren't fairly quickly and saved them some money. Maybe that type of thing could help you.
