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When it comes to our health, the internet can be an extremely useful tool. You can easily search for your symptoms in seconds and put your mind at ease. Don’t worry, that rash is totally normal. And no, that pain does not mean you have cancer. But at the same time, having access to so much information can be confusing.
We might convince ourselves that we have plenty of afflictions without having any real evidence. And when it comes to developmental and neurodevelopmental disorders, people can self-diagnose as much as they want. That’s why this man began to become concerned about his girlfriend. After seeing one video discussing autism, she suddenly decided that she’s on the spectrum, but her partner isn’t quite convinced. Below, you’ll find the full story that he shared on Reddit seeking advice, as well as some of the replies readers left him.
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This man’s girlfriend watched a video about autism and suddenly decided that she’s on the spectrum
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But he’s concerned about her making claims that she’s autistic without receiving a proper diagnosis
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Over a quarter of women on the autism spectrum don’t receive a diagnosis until they’re an adult
According to the National Autistic Society in the UK, autism is a “lifelong neurodivergence and disability.” It often causes individuals to feel and react to things differently than neurotypical people, and it can create challenges when socializing or trying to read social cues. Many people on the autism spectrum attempt to mask their discomfort, but this can be exhausting and sometimes even lead to developing a mental illness.
The reason why autism is understood as a spectrum is because each autistic person will have their own unique combination of characteristics, the National Autistic Society explains.
“Autistic people can be very different to each other, with different sets of strengths and challenges,” the experts write. “It is important not to make assumptions about an individual autistic person’s skills, abilities or support needs.”
Now, when it comes to receiving an autism diagnosis, specialists look for certain “core characteristics” in an individual. These include: having unique communication styles, skills, and preferences; having special interests and unique behaviors; and often, being very sensitive to a certain kind of sensory input.
Children often undergo developmental screenings during visits to their pediatrician or in school. But if their parents start to suspect that they might be autistic, they can request an assessment to specifically determine whether or not their child is on the spectrum.
These screenings often involve specialists such as developmental pediatricians, psychologists, psychiatrists, neurologists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists.
Despite the fact that signs of autism usually start appearing when a child is between two and three years old, many people on the spectrum don’t actually receive a proper diagnosis until much later. In fact, the average age to be diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder in the United States is 10.5.
However, women tend to receive diagnoses later than men, often because they’re much better at masking their symptoms. A quarter of women on the spectrum don’t even receive an official diagnosis until the age of 19 or older. Because we now have so much access to information about Autism Spectrum Disorder, and because it can be so difficult to get a proper diagnosis, particularly for women, many people decide to self-diagnose.
Self-diagnosing is controversial, but it’s quite common in the autistic community
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Autistic Psychologist Amy Marschall, PsyD, wrote a piece for Psychology Today breaking down her thoughts on self-diagnosing, and she noted that it’s often accepted by many people in the autistic community. This is because autism evaluations in the U.S. can cost thousands of dollars, and they’re typically not covered by insurance providers. So they’re simply not feasible for everyone.
Meanwhile, it can be incredibly difficult to even get an autism evaluation, as some families wait for years for their child to be tested. At the same time, having a diagnosis in your medical records can be risky. Dr. Marschall notes that this can sometimes open people up to being discriminated against, as some states actually keep registries of autistic residents. And some countries refuse to grant immigration visas to autistic individuals.
But it’s important to remember that just because you relate to autism content online doesn’t mean that you are actually on the spectrum. Forta notes that many conditions, such as ADHD, anxiety, and trauma, can share symptoms with autism. So it’s easy for people who watch a short video on the topic to get confused.
Plus, it’s natural to resonate with a few traits of autism. Plenty of people feel awkward in social situations and have sensory issues. “But [this] doesn’t mean you meet the formal diagnosis criteria outlined in the DSM-5,” Forta writes.
“This is where confirmation bias often kicks in. Once someone suspects they’re autistic, they may focus only on information that supports that belief—and ignore evidence that doesn’t,” they explain. “This can create a feedback loop that leads further away from clarity.”
We would love to hear your thoughts on this situation in the comments below, pandas. Do you think this woman’s self-diagnosis is valid? Or should she do some more research? Feel free to weigh in. Then, you can find another Bored Panda article discussing similar themes right here.
Many readers took the man’s side, noting that it’s disrespectful for his girlfriend to make these claims after seeing one video
However, some readers called out the man for failing to believe his girlfriend
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Upstaged75 1 week ago
This exactly! She wants to be "special" in some way. Making your medical condition your whole personality is pathetic and sad.
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R Dennis 1 week ago
I am older and likely on the spectrum. I won't see a therapist because I don't want to spend the money, don't want to potentially be recommended medication, and I don't want anything in my medical records for insurance purposes. But I've only ever discussed it with immediate family, I don't use it as an excuse for actions or behavior, and I certainly am not going to make it the centerpiece of my identity. If she wants to make all these claims, she needs to see a specialist... otherwise she's no different than the people with fake service dogs.
Rick Murray 1 week ago
I'm 52, ADHD and went to a special needs boarding school. I believe I am also on the spectrum but I have no plans to get tested as it is very expensive and, frankly, I don't see any point. A proper diagnosis will confirm what I already believe, but then what? It's more about me understanding why I am who I am. And, trust me, I'd rather wither and die than trot out the "but I'm autistic" excuse. If I'm a jerk, it's because I'm a jerk, plain and simple. Maybe me misunderstanding things is due to autism, but most likely - due to a nonexistent attention span - I just wasn't paying enough attention. And every time I see somebody behave like this I cringe a little inside as it makes things harder for those of us who are definitely "a little bit different" but never had a proper assessment as children.
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Mike F 1 week ago
"...gluten free snake meat" I nearly died. She sounds like she really needs to see a professional.
Elio 1 week ago
That was a good one. Gluten is in bread and stuff like that right, so maybe snake meat is gluten-free.
Load More Replies... Elio 1 week ago
The girlfriend is cringe af. Even if it turns out she's really on the spectrum (doubtful), her behavior is embarrassing. My brother is a cringey person too and his new thing is telling people we both have autism (we don't). I guess bipolar disorder aka one of the things he actually has isn't trendy right now.
James016 1 week ago
This is why as a parent of an autistic child have a real issue with people who self diagnose in this way.
Upstaged75 1 week ago
Oh for eff's sake - why is it so trendy to have a "diagnosis"?? 🙄 Anyone is more than welcome to take mine. I hate them. (Not autistic. I have MDD and GAD) It's inconvenient and expensive to pay for all the meds. But I'd never be offended if someone told me they're "so depressed". I don't have the right to gatekeep that expression. 🤷♀️ She sounds insufferable and he should find someone normal to date. Although I keep seeing videos lately that describe ADD and now I'm wondering if I have that too - the description sounds just like me. In all likelihood the algorithm is just feeding me things it thinks I want to see. It's easy to get manipulated by social media if you're not particularly smart or self aware.
Haley Myers 1 week ago
It s***s as a parent of a Level 3 ASD child. His disability is so severe, he can't talk or dress or bathe himself, and I feel like all the Level 1 or self -diagnosed autists just overcrowd the entire spectrum and make it difficult for us to find services he desperately needs and take attention away from the ones who need the most support.
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Smeghead Tribble Down Under 1 week ago
Well, it seems like ''autism'' is the excuse for everything these days. Wait until the next trend comes along, or it stops being a gravy train. Then nobody will have ''autism''.
Ronja Oksanen 1 week ago
Sounds like she was bored in her life and didn't know how to change that or just didn't realize what it was and started to spice up her life to be more interesting/special in a really wrong way. Even if she is diagnosed, it's really really annoying when people make their illness etc their whole personality.
Ali 1 week ago
Back in the 80s I was diagnosed with 'selective autism' because ASD wasn't a thing back then and the phycologist I saw said I sometimes behaved severely autistic while other times I was just a weird child. My mother (quite fairly given the times) decide it wasn't a real thing and ignored it. I was then diagnosed with profound dyslexia, although before long that became fashionable and everyone was at least a little bit dyslexic. Regardless of the borderline a*****e nature of the intense diagnosis of the 80s I endured - I remember a panel of adults asking me rather leading questions about my parents relationship with satan - I learned young I was on my own and survival ment hiding who I was. There are a huge amount of people out there who hit on survival techniques earlier than I did and and there are a huge amount of people who falsely claim ND as it fits their wish to be different narrative and see it as a way to avoid responsibility for anything they have/haven't done. I doubt even
Ali 1 week ago
People very close to them can tell the difference. I work in education, please please believe me when I say that while the situation is very different, it is not actually better. Getting diagnosis is rather easy, I definitely see children start to mimic 'classic' traits they read on line as soon as getting tested is on the agenda. Getting understanding is just as awful as it has always been, from the past no one has heard of it - to the present, every one (in education) has been on a course and understands it. The language simply doesn't exist for neuro divergents to explain to neuro typical what is happening. The only rational path when anyone tells you about any ND is to be non judgemental and see if there is practical help you can easily provide.
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Calunii 1 week ago
Everyone in my immediate family has been diagnosed with ADHD and/or autism. Mother, father, siblings, and my siblings' children. The chance that I have it is very high and I do have a lot of traits. However, I cannot be bothered at the moment to get an official diagnosis. Until then I won't tell anyone about it. It's that simple. I have only informed my boyfriend more so to indicate that there is a chance our future children will be on the spectrum.
T'Mar of Vulcan 1 week ago
My brother thinks I'm on the spectrum, and he may be right. I struggle terribly with faces and sensory issues, especially regarding taste, and have never been able to function 'properly' in social situations. BUT - I've managed for 56 years without a diagnosis so I don't see the point of getting one now. I'd NEVER claim to be autistic without a diagnosis though. I do have GAD that was diagnosed so I'm fine saying I have it. But self-diagnosis is ridiculous. My BIL's partner decided he had asperger's - also self-diagnosed - and basically used it to be a complete d!ckhead. Another friend was diagnosed in his 40s and when he told us it was like, "...Ooooh!!!" Suddenly his behaviour as a child made so much sense! BUT GET A PROFESSIONAL DIAGNOSIS!
Nikki Sevven 1 week ago
I have an extensive catalogue of chronic physical and mental conditions, but I don't typically list them for people I've just met, and I never use them as an excuse for poor behavior. For the life-disturbing symptoms, I've developed Jedi Mind Tricks. For example, my ADHD is not an excuse for being late. I have a calendar on the fridge, set reminders, estimate "getting ready" time and double it, leave the house 15 minutes early, etc. It's not other people's job to manage my medical conditions; it's my job.
rvng27sw9k 1 week ago
Well we only have his pov on the situation. Not hers. late autism diagnosis is hard for several reasons (higher masking, lower support needs, etc) and he should support her to seek a formal diagnosis and help to understand why she feels like she does. I got my formal diagnosis late as well and even if I never use my diagnosis as an opening line for conversations she is experiencing something that deserves further attention. And he is not sharing her reasoning for thinking that, only what is perceived from outside.
Earonn - 13 hours ago
Women can be very good at masking. Don't get me wrong - I wouldn't be surprised if she wasn't diagnosed. But that's neither our nor his decision to make. You know what you hear a lot (even here on BP)? People who read others' symptoms and say "Wait, that's ( syndrom) ? That's my life!" He doesn't sound very kind as well, so at the very least I would want to hear her side.
Catherine Kane 1 week ago
I had a friend who tried to get herself and her child a diagnosis of autism because it would "give them access to more services" I was a healthcare professional who worked with autistic folks and noticed that she had a lot of behaviors that didn't fit autism. told her so, but she disregarded me- she wanted extra resources it was awkward when her lawyer asked me to testify that she was autistic, I had to tell him that he didn't want me as a witness
Paul Rabit 1 week ago
I understand that there are more autism diagnoses because we as a society have better diagnosing techniques, but at the same (and I know I'll get slaughtered for this) it really seems that EVERYONE is autistic these days. I get it's a spectrum, but the spectrum seems to be so broadly interpreted now that anyone who is even remotely quirky, shy, or enjoys a routine can be diagnosed as autistic. I just feel like the broader definition takes away from those who really... need the label? I dunno...
Mark Childers 1 week ago
I've known people like this who think they have all kinds of diseases and disorders yet never get a diagnosis. These same people felt they were smarter than doctors because they "knew their own bodies." It's really hard not rolling my eyes to the very back of my head.
Marnie 1 week ago (edited)
After reading a lot about people self-diagnosing themselves as autistic, I do believe there is a time and place for that, and people around them may as well accept it as official. But this isn't it. The person would first need to read the DSM 5 criteria for the disorder, not just a list of "signs". And then do a LOT of research. Many 10s of hours and over time (weeks at a minimum). I was officially diagnosed with ASD (by two therapists and a psychologist) and it actually took ME about a year to really understand what it was and how I fit in with that diagnosis. This woman just pisses me off.
Littlemiss 1 week ago
There's a huge difference between spouting bollocks with no proof, and actually having a diagnosis. I've worked in the education system and with multiple children with diagnosed adha/autism/etc. My niece has been diagnosed with autism. Her mother asked if there was a family history because the she's convinced the father has it. I replied, I don't know but I can confirm he's a class A ahole of the highest order; please check with a doctor. I sat with other immediate family members over Christmas and thought I can see the links now. However I can't see any of us getting officially diagnosed. I can't afford it, and the others are too old to care.
Big Chungus 1 week ago
My husband is professionally diagnosed autistic and so is his daughter and sister. When I met him everyone told me he was weird, but it was def something neurodivergent. He honestly had no idea it was autism or really what that was. He is literally the poster child for it. He never mentioned anything to me, never watches videos about it, and is pretty much aloof to the world, which is probably a blessing in disguise.
Crystalwitch60 1 week ago
Thic tok at its awful best , that one comment don’t let her see 5 signs your psychotic 😂😂yes yes please do let her see that , omg , imagine her deciding she’s that to ffs n going around bragging about it 😂😂. It’s highly insulting to be going round d saying your autistic,when you haven’t had a proper diagnosis, the reason she won’t get on , is cos she knows dam well she will be told she’s fa r from , but the girls got issues alright !! n the ytas as per lol always good for a laugh op NTA but your gf is big time !
Lady Eowyn 1 week ago
I wasn't diagnosed with autism until I was 69. I do have other mental health issues. But I was a kid in the 50s/60s. Autism wasn't as well known, and it was even thought that only males got it! I managed to get through college and grad school, worked, did all sorts of stuff. But there are and always have been things that are very hard for me. The more I learned about autism the more it seemed to fit me, so I talked to my psychiatrist and she said yes, I am on the spectrum. I would never just say I have autism, I hate self-diagnosing. But it is an explanation, not an excuse. There's a difference.
Lola July 1 week ago
Basically EVERYONE HAS ISSUES. I'm shy oh wait, I'm phobic! I get scattered thinking - Adhd! I don't think like everyone else- neurodivergent. I only have 2 hobbies & don't make friends easily- autistic. I'm a tomboy- Transgender- I - fall asleep around boring people who have to label themselves to feel Special- Narcoleptic. 😆😅🤣
Upstaged75 1 week ago
This exactly! She wants to be "special" in some way. Making your medical condition your whole personality is pathetic and sad.
Load More Replies... R Dennis 1 week ago
I am older and likely on the spectrum. I won't see a therapist because I don't want to spend the money, don't want to potentially be recommended medication, and I don't want anything in my medical records for insurance purposes. But I've only ever discussed it with immediate family, I don't use it as an excuse for actions or behavior, and I certainly am not going to make it the centerpiece of my identity. If she wants to make all these claims, she needs to see a specialist... otherwise she's no different than the people with fake service dogs.
Rick Murray 1 week ago
I'm 52, ADHD and went to a special needs boarding school. I believe I am also on the spectrum but I have no plans to get tested as it is very expensive and, frankly, I don't see any point. A proper diagnosis will confirm what I already believe, but then what? It's more about me understanding why I am who I am. And, trust me, I'd rather wither and die than trot out the "but I'm autistic" excuse. If I'm a jerk, it's because I'm a jerk, plain and simple. Maybe me misunderstanding things is due to autism, but most likely - due to a nonexistent attention span - I just wasn't paying enough attention. And every time I see somebody behave like this I cringe a little inside as it makes things harder for those of us who are definitely "a little bit different" but never had a proper assessment as children.
Load More Replies... Mike F 1 week ago
"...gluten free snake meat" I nearly died. She sounds like she really needs to see a professional.
Elio 1 week ago
That was a good one. Gluten is in bread and stuff like that right, so maybe snake meat is gluten-free.
Load More Replies... Elio 1 week ago
The girlfriend is cringe af. Even if it turns out she's really on the spectrum (doubtful), her behavior is embarrassing. My brother is a cringey person too and his new thing is telling people we both have autism (we don't). I guess bipolar disorder aka one of the things he actually has isn't trendy right now.
James016 1 week ago
This is why as a parent of an autistic child have a real issue with people who self diagnose in this way.
Upstaged75 1 week ago
Oh for eff's sake - why is it so trendy to have a "diagnosis"?? 🙄 Anyone is more than welcome to take mine. I hate them. (Not autistic. I have MDD and GAD) It's inconvenient and expensive to pay for all the meds. But I'd never be offended if someone told me they're "so depressed". I don't have the right to gatekeep that expression. 🤷♀️ She sounds insufferable and he should find someone normal to date. Although I keep seeing videos lately that describe ADD and now I'm wondering if I have that too - the description sounds just like me. In all likelihood the algorithm is just feeding me things it thinks I want to see. It's easy to get manipulated by social media if you're not particularly smart or self aware.
Haley Myers 1 week ago
It s***s as a parent of a Level 3 ASD child. His disability is so severe, he can't talk or dress or bathe himself, and I feel like all the Level 1 or self -diagnosed autists just overcrowd the entire spectrum and make it difficult for us to find services he desperately needs and take attention away from the ones who need the most support.
Load More Replies... Smeghead Tribble Down Under 1 week ago
Well, it seems like ''autism'' is the excuse for everything these days. Wait until the next trend comes along, or it stops being a gravy train. Then nobody will have ''autism''.
Ronja Oksanen 1 week ago
Sounds like she was bored in her life and didn't know how to change that or just didn't realize what it was and started to spice up her life to be more interesting/special in a really wrong way. Even if she is diagnosed, it's really really annoying when people make their illness etc their whole personality.
Ali 1 week ago
Back in the 80s I was diagnosed with 'selective autism' because ASD wasn't a thing back then and the phycologist I saw said I sometimes behaved severely autistic while other times I was just a weird child. My mother (quite fairly given the times) decide it wasn't a real thing and ignored it. I was then diagnosed with profound dyslexia, although before long that became fashionable and everyone was at least a little bit dyslexic. Regardless of the borderline a*****e nature of the intense diagnosis of the 80s I endured - I remember a panel of adults asking me rather leading questions about my parents relationship with satan - I learned young I was on my own and survival ment hiding who I was. There are a huge amount of people out there who hit on survival techniques earlier than I did and and there are a huge amount of people who falsely claim ND as it fits their wish to be different narrative and see it as a way to avoid responsibility for anything they have/haven't done. I doubt even
Ali 1 week ago
People very close to them can tell the difference. I work in education, please please believe me when I say that while the situation is very different, it is not actually better. Getting diagnosis is rather easy, I definitely see children start to mimic 'classic' traits they read on line as soon as getting tested is on the agenda. Getting understanding is just as awful as it has always been, from the past no one has heard of it - to the present, every one (in education) has been on a course and understands it. The language simply doesn't exist for neuro divergents to explain to neuro typical what is happening. The only rational path when anyone tells you about any ND is to be non judgemental and see if there is practical help you can easily provide.
Load More Replies... Calunii 1 week ago
Everyone in my immediate family has been diagnosed with ADHD and/or autism. Mother, father, siblings, and my siblings' children. The chance that I have it is very high and I do have a lot of traits. However, I cannot be bothered at the moment to get an official diagnosis. Until then I won't tell anyone about it. It's that simple. I have only informed my boyfriend more so to indicate that there is a chance our future children will be on the spectrum.
T'Mar of Vulcan 1 week ago
My brother thinks I'm on the spectrum, and he may be right. I struggle terribly with faces and sensory issues, especially regarding taste, and have never been able to function 'properly' in social situations. BUT - I've managed for 56 years without a diagnosis so I don't see the point of getting one now. I'd NEVER claim to be autistic without a diagnosis though. I do have GAD that was diagnosed so I'm fine saying I have it. But self-diagnosis is ridiculous. My BIL's partner decided he had asperger's - also self-diagnosed - and basically used it to be a complete d!ckhead. Another friend was diagnosed in his 40s and when he told us it was like, "...Ooooh!!!" Suddenly his behaviour as a child made so much sense! BUT GET A PROFESSIONAL DIAGNOSIS!
Nikki Sevven 1 week ago
I have an extensive catalogue of chronic physical and mental conditions, but I don't typically list them for people I've just met, and I never use them as an excuse for poor behavior. For the life-disturbing symptoms, I've developed Jedi Mind Tricks. For example, my ADHD is not an excuse for being late. I have a calendar on the fridge, set reminders, estimate "getting ready" time and double it, leave the house 15 minutes early, etc. It's not other people's job to manage my medical conditions; it's my job.
rvng27sw9k 1 week ago
Well we only have his pov on the situation. Not hers. late autism diagnosis is hard for several reasons (higher masking, lower support needs, etc) and he should support her to seek a formal diagnosis and help to understand why she feels like she does. I got my formal diagnosis late as well and even if I never use my diagnosis as an opening line for conversations she is experiencing something that deserves further attention. And he is not sharing her reasoning for thinking that, only what is perceived from outside.
Earonn - 13 hours ago
Women can be very good at masking. Don't get me wrong - I wouldn't be surprised if she wasn't diagnosed. But that's neither our nor his decision to make. You know what you hear a lot (even here on BP)? People who read others' symptoms and say "Wait, that's ( syndrom) ? That's my life!" He doesn't sound very kind as well, so at the very least I would want to hear her side.
Catherine Kane 1 week ago
I had a friend who tried to get herself and her child a diagnosis of autism because it would "give them access to more services" I was a healthcare professional who worked with autistic folks and noticed that she had a lot of behaviors that didn't fit autism. told her so, but she disregarded me- she wanted extra resources it was awkward when her lawyer asked me to testify that she was autistic, I had to tell him that he didn't want me as a witness
Paul Rabit 1 week ago
I understand that there are more autism diagnoses because we as a society have better diagnosing techniques, but at the same (and I know I'll get slaughtered for this) it really seems that EVERYONE is autistic these days. I get it's a spectrum, but the spectrum seems to be so broadly interpreted now that anyone who is even remotely quirky, shy, or enjoys a routine can be diagnosed as autistic. I just feel like the broader definition takes away from those who really... need the label? I dunno...
Mark Childers 1 week ago
I've known people like this who think they have all kinds of diseases and disorders yet never get a diagnosis. These same people felt they were smarter than doctors because they "knew their own bodies." It's really hard not rolling my eyes to the very back of my head.
Marnie 1 week ago (edited)
After reading a lot about people self-diagnosing themselves as autistic, I do believe there is a time and place for that, and people around them may as well accept it as official. But this isn't it. The person would first need to read the DSM 5 criteria for the disorder, not just a list of "signs". And then do a LOT of research. Many 10s of hours and over time (weeks at a minimum). I was officially diagnosed with ASD (by two therapists and a psychologist) and it actually took ME about a year to really understand what it was and how I fit in with that diagnosis. This woman just pisses me off.
Littlemiss 1 week ago
There's a huge difference between spouting bollocks with no proof, and actually having a diagnosis. I've worked in the education system and with multiple children with diagnosed adha/autism/etc. My niece has been diagnosed with autism. Her mother asked if there was a family history because the she's convinced the father has it. I replied, I don't know but I can confirm he's a class A ahole of the highest order; please check with a doctor. I sat with other immediate family members over Christmas and thought I can see the links now. However I can't see any of us getting officially diagnosed. I can't afford it, and the others are too old to care.
Big Chungus 1 week ago
My husband is professionally diagnosed autistic and so is his daughter and sister. When I met him everyone told me he was weird, but it was def something neurodivergent. He honestly had no idea it was autism or really what that was. He is literally the poster child for it. He never mentioned anything to me, never watches videos about it, and is pretty much aloof to the world, which is probably a blessing in disguise.
Crystalwitch60 1 week ago
Thic tok at its awful best , that one comment don’t let her see 5 signs your psychotic 😂😂yes yes please do let her see that , omg , imagine her deciding she’s that to ffs n going around bragging about it 😂😂. It’s highly insulting to be going round d saying your autistic,when you haven’t had a proper diagnosis, the reason she won’t get on , is cos she knows dam well she will be told she’s fa r from , but the girls got issues alright !! n the ytas as per lol always good for a laugh op NTA but your gf is big time !
Lady Eowyn 1 week ago
I wasn't diagnosed with autism until I was 69. I do have other mental health issues. But I was a kid in the 50s/60s. Autism wasn't as well known, and it was even thought that only males got it! I managed to get through college and grad school, worked, did all sorts of stuff. But there are and always have been things that are very hard for me. The more I learned about autism the more it seemed to fit me, so I talked to my psychiatrist and she said yes, I am on the spectrum. I would never just say I have autism, I hate self-diagnosing. But it is an explanation, not an excuse. There's a difference.
Lola July 1 week ago
Basically EVERYONE HAS ISSUES. I'm shy oh wait, I'm phobic! I get scattered thinking - Adhd! I don't think like everyone else- neurodivergent. I only have 2 hobbies & don't make friends easily- autistic. I'm a tomboy- Transgender- I - fall asleep around boring people who have to label themselves to feel Special- Narcoleptic. 😆😅🤣
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