Another Newbie Thread

So as the title says, this is another newbie thread. I’m Anthony and it’s looking increasingly likely that I am on the spectrum. I’m working with a specialist at the moment and all the screening tools are pointing towards an aspergersesque outcome. It’s been a long journey getting thus far. I just wish it came sooner because it’s been quite damaging for me.

My traits have been problematic, especially on the social front - I pretty much redefine the term ‘socially awkward’... To be honest it’s quite a big step me posting on here! 

I don’t really know what else I can say... other than I’m not showing symptoms of covid-19, so this post isn’t contagious. So feel free to ask questions... I’m better at answering questions than I am trying to work out what to write!

Parents
  • Hi :-)

    I'm new as well and I have one question that may be weird... What is the screening process in your country like? I'm asking because I got diagnosed without a screening process. I saw a therapist for anxiety and depression for almost a year and got diagnosed after I managed to, finally, get out all my issues in a coherent manner. I'm not sure if I should undergo "proper screening"...

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  • Hi :-)

    I'm new as well and I have one question that may be weird... What is the screening process in your country like? I'm asking because I got diagnosed without a screening process. I saw a therapist for anxiety and depression for almost a year and got diagnosed after I managed to, finally, get out all my issues in a coherent manner. I'm not sure if I should undergo "proper screening"...

Children
  • short description is "its patchy" one area has more money than others to do diagnosis. I am lucky I am in a good patch. in UK in general it takes approximately 2 year wait from doctor referring you to getting a diagnosis. (UK).