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how do you get diagnosed (sh.itjust.works)
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I've always been different, but could never quite put my finger on it. Is there any surefire way to get a diagnosis? So many of the memes here (and from icky reddit) seem to hit home and be relatable. Sometimes it seems like autism could be some sort of explanation for all the years of my differences compared to most people I have encountered.

Is there easy ways to diagnose, or is it more subjective than that? Can genetic testing offer any insight? Do I need a specialist? Is there anything that I could really do if I was diagnosed?

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[–] vapeloki@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago

As someone living in a country with universal Healthcare, it was easy once I knew I may be on the spectrum:

I went to a psych, and told him I made a self test and here is the result. So, he did some more tests and I got my diagnosis.

Depending if you are from the US or a country with universal health care, your millage may vary