Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi Everyone,
I've been seeing a private therapist since November for my Social anxiety and depression. I've been on Citalopram (an anti depressant ) for the last 7 years. Yesterday she told me that based on many of the things I've said I sound as though I may be in the autistic spectrum, though it's not an official diagnosis, however I believe her to be right, I've actually been wondering when/if she would mention the elephant in the room!
She said it was up to me if I wanted to get a diagnosis, but didn't seem to see much benefit. It is a rather strange feeling, I'm both in shock, and not shocked in the slightest by this "diagnosis". I just wondered what members here think, is it worth me pursuing a diagnosis? I'm self employed so it doesn't affect my job, though my social anxiety is a real challenge, but it always has been!
I'm very grateful for any help, thanks so much, Mark.
I needed my diagnosis so I could put the thought to rest. For me it has been a positive decision but no benefit other than my own peace of mind. It really depends on how you feel about it.
Thanks so much for both replies. I am Shocked martian Tom that it took so long to be diagnosed, I assumed it'd be a few little tests!
For you it seems like it has had some benefits regarding work. I can't think of any way it'd help me but I have a doctors appointment in a few months so maybe i'll run it past him.
I'm hoping it'll also allow me to be myself, which I believe is my therapists intent by voicing her suspicions, my anxiety seems to be born out of feeling different and trying to fit in, which I suspect many many people here are familiar with, so if I deal with this information in the right way I like to think i'll be able to lessen my worries a little and best of all be myself :) Your help is very much appreciated.