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I think I have an ASD, what should I do?

BrianSmith

I know this is asked a lot, but I can't find enough information. I'm quite nervous about approaching my doctor as I approached one before about a number issue I have and they basically dismissed the idea entirely.

Obviously I'm not looking for a diagnosis on here, but to briefly explain the situation, I have an anxiety disorder and depression. Both of which I am receiving treatment for...

The questions I have about that is - if I had an ASD, although I've only seen a psychiatrist for a few sessions, would they have picked up on it? And therefore does this mean that I don't have an ASD?

However, I'd like to be tested - by someone with knowledge in this area. What should I do? And if I go to the doctor, how should I approach the subject?

I've heard that it's difficult to find someone able to assess for this condition in adults, is this true? I live in Scotland.

I also have issue with numbers, math in general, but also seeing numbers in the wrong order, this has caused problems in two work places, however, when I approached the doctor about this, they dismissed it. 

So,  what should I do from here?

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  • With regards to speech and eye contact. I had pretty normal speech except I spoke far too quietly with people outside the family and often very loud to family members.

    I also didn't always respond to my name being called - particularly if I was foccussed on something else.

    I still don't make good eye contact, I feel uncomfortable doing it sometimes incase I'm staring.

    All my reports much like yours LoCommotion, mention that I was quiet etc and that I didn't ask for help when needed too.

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  • With regards to speech and eye contact. I had pretty normal speech except I spoke far too quietly with people outside the family and often very loud to family members.

    I also didn't always respond to my name being called - particularly if I was foccussed on something else.

    I still don't make good eye contact, I feel uncomfortable doing it sometimes incase I'm staring.

    All my reports much like yours LoCommotion, mention that I was quiet etc and that I didn't ask for help when needed too.

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