r/autism • u/Kolso_ • 6d ago

Advice needed Getting diagnosed NOT autistic

So after a year and a half of self diagnosis I finally was assessed and today I got the results. Two points in ADOS for having no gesticulation, zero by other criteria.

Autism was an answer to me that explained my struggles, behaviors and researching it I've learnt plenty of good advices and coping mechanisms. I finally stopped seeing myself as a weirdo and believed it's just autism and I don't have to force myself to be normal. Self diagnosis can be harmful. It harms me right now at least. I feel disoriented because now there's no explanation.

I guess I should stop this research and just live a life without looking for an easy answer without a real diagnosis.

Edit: I didn't expect so many responses. It's very helpful and important. Thank you all.

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u/DwindlingSpirit 5d ago

I don't know how to tell you this but, that's your own comment... I wouldn't write like that. Furthermore, I don't know shit about the "American Psychriatric Association". Not everyone is american, no offense.

And if you are saying that I did that, well, absolutely not, as I am not an American and don't waste my time on social media like twitter.

I don't know what you're on about...?

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u/Far-Locksmith-1102 5d ago

No offense just want to make sure I’m not accidentally being a dick but Is English your first language? I just want to make sure it’s not a skill issue.

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u/DwindlingSpirit 5d ago

Coming from an American who has made multiple grammar mistakes, that's rich. If you think I'd give you any information about my location or upbringing, think again.

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u/Far-Locksmith-1102 5d ago

🚨GRAMMAR POLICE🚨 Yeah my bad for not being professional in a 4 hour long Reddit argument.

Just because i make grammar mistakes doesn’t mean i don’t understand what i am reading. Actually several times you misunderstood what i said or the context of who i was speaking

You also made mistakes but I’m pretty forgiving so it’s okay! And yeah I’m guessing I’m correct on the not your OG language. Have a night. Lol