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Greenblade

I'm 51 and after a brief interview with an A&E pyschologist (referred for suicidal thoughts) his line of questioning and mention of autism made me understand the pattern of my life. I've scored very high on two online autism tests. I know these aren't realiable but how do I push for a professional diagnosis?

I've got through life so far by luck - one civil service "job for life" and then made redundant. Everyone has always said I'm intelligent but I only think about applying for unskilled jobs because I cant face interviews. I have only managed to avoid homelessness because of the kindness of other people. I cannot plan for the future and fear my luck has run out.

I've been hit by a massive panic attack & depression and can't see any way of functioning like a normal person.

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  • Greenblade, maybe you could be pro-active and set up your DIY interview practice sessions using a mirror to observe your body language. It requires an effort, but anything worthwhile in life does. It's like most things, i.e. the more you practice them, the more comfortable they become. Think of it as rehearsing something before a performance like actors do.

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  • Greenblade, maybe you could be pro-active and set up your DIY interview practice sessions using a mirror to observe your body language. It requires an effort, but anything worthwhile in life does. It's like most things, i.e. the more you practice them, the more comfortable they become. Think of it as rehearsing something before a performance like actors do.

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