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Definitely NOT autistic...

bukko

Hi,

my switched-on GP referred me for diagnosis about 5 years ago.

Finally last year, my local Asperger's centre told me I only got 4 out of 5 ticks so a positive diagnosis wasn't possible.

The tick that was missing was the "Evidence of childhood history" one. This is because as a child I hid the fact that I was different, I lied to my Mum who had enough to deal with in her abusive relationship. She thought I had a normal life, she had no idea that I was virtually unable to interact with other people at all, had no friends, kept myself to myself at school. And she was still unaware when I told her a few years ago.

As a result I have no diagnosis and I have no access to any of the magic treatments that I am sure are being hidden from me.

(Ok that may have been a joke)

So in the absence of any official support, what can I do to improve my situation?

I am told that I rank in the top 1% IQ wise but I really don't feel smart. I would love to be able to take advantage of what I have, rather than feel depressed that there is stuff I will never be able to do.

If you don't have an answer for me, please just say Hi :)

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  • bukko said:

    my local Asperger's centre told me I only got 4 out of 5 ticks so a positive diagnosis wasn't possible.

    The tick that was missing was the "Evidence of childhood history" one. 

    Hi bukko!

    I wonder, does your local 'Asperger's Centre' refuse diagnosis for everyone who does not have sufficient 'Evidence of Childhood History'. If so, they may be turning away a lot of people who have Asperger's. As Classic Codger shows, that childhood history part can be less than straight forward.

    Both my partner and I have Asperger's, both with very high IQ's, both of us 'trip-up' frequently in social situations, and both take things literally. 
    When we were each assessed and diagnosed, neither of us had parents to offer a childhood history. I relied on my 'super-memory' and the details it provided. My partner produced (very) old school reports that showed some of his difficulties.
    Our different assessors (both Clinical Psychologists specialising in Asperger's) were happy that enough information was provided to fulfill that part of the assessment.

    I wonder if diagnosis often depends upon the knowledge and confidence of the assessor. That is why a Psychologist specialising in Asperger's seems to be the best option, though so many people who post on this site appear not to have that service available.

    I think the most important thing about a diagnosis is that you get to know why you have had such difficulties in life to that point. The knowing is probably all the help you will ever need.  It enables you to concentrate on the things you are good at and work around, or deal with, the things you do not find so easy... which will in time help to build your confidence. (No way are you not smart, with that IQ!)

    Good luck with any attempts you make for re-assessment... let us know how you get on! 

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  • bukko said:

    my local Asperger's centre told me I only got 4 out of 5 ticks so a positive diagnosis wasn't possible.

    The tick that was missing was the "Evidence of childhood history" one. 

    Hi bukko!

    I wonder, does your local 'Asperger's Centre' refuse diagnosis for everyone who does not have sufficient 'Evidence of Childhood History'. If so, they may be turning away a lot of people who have Asperger's. As Classic Codger shows, that childhood history part can be less than straight forward.

    Both my partner and I have Asperger's, both with very high IQ's, both of us 'trip-up' frequently in social situations, and both take things literally. 
    When we were each assessed and diagnosed, neither of us had parents to offer a childhood history. I relied on my 'super-memory' and the details it provided. My partner produced (very) old school reports that showed some of his difficulties.
    Our different assessors (both Clinical Psychologists specialising in Asperger's) were happy that enough information was provided to fulfill that part of the assessment.

    I wonder if diagnosis often depends upon the knowledge and confidence of the assessor. That is why a Psychologist specialising in Asperger's seems to be the best option, though so many people who post on this site appear not to have that service available.

    I think the most important thing about a diagnosis is that you get to know why you have had such difficulties in life to that point. The knowing is probably all the help you will ever need.  It enables you to concentrate on the things you are good at and work around, or deal with, the things you do not find so easy... which will in time help to build your confidence. (No way are you not smart, with that IQ!)

    Good luck with any attempts you make for re-assessment... let us know how you get on! 

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