EDIT: please, if you don’t agree with the arguments in the video, come in and discuss, don’t just downvote the thread.

I found this video with many arguments supporting self-diagnosis validity and wanted to share.

Main point may be that there is no valid reason to look for a self-diangosis than the fact of being autistic, and needing support for that. At least until there will be equitable access to medical care, self-diagnosis is the only way for people to understand themself and understand the support they may need in their life.

But, there is much more in the video, take a look at it by yourself!

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    4 months ago

    Which is a trait of whaaaat diagnosis?

    This one got me rolling 🤣🤣🤣

    Yesterday, I talked with my psychiatrist about a possible autism diagnosis. We reached a conclusion that even though they don’t think I qualify for an autism diagnosis, it’s possible that once I get ADHD in check, which is much more prevalent, autism symptoms are going to be more visible and we can re-evaluate then. Also, we agreed that diagnosis or not, trying to find accommodations for my needs is a net positive.

    It’s not the best possible outcome, nor do I think the doctor is properly equipped to recognise autistic people. But, I appreciate them being open minded. I am not going to doubt my self diagnosis, it provides me with (1) motivation to keep on researching and (2) a framework to think things through. Ultimately, I may be wrong, but I don’t think it matters right now.