Im Afraid.

[JesusOfSuburbia]

Im afraid that when I take my neuropsych test in may 2015 that I wont get an autism spectrum disorder. Even more afraid if I get nothing. The reasons i'm afraid is that one, I know so much about the autism spectrum and that i'v already settled into my diagnosis (Asperger's) that I will have to learn something new and research it all again. Another reason is that I wont be able to relate to you guys and if i get nothing I will have no explanation for my behaviors.

What im hoping for is:

Atypical




Please.

 

[Lukas]

To your first point, It is always best to know the truth of any issue. That knowledge, while time consuming to ascertain sometimes, will no doubt be of greater benefit in the long run and make you a happier person. I know the feeling of having huge question marks in the way of life, but keep your eye to the spyglass and you will find truth. Besides, I cannot count the number of times I was misdiagnosed. Trust in yourself to find your path..

To your second point, diagnosis isn't a prerequisite to having friends here or anywhere... if you relate well to Aspies, then by all means hang out with us.. God knows I could use all the friends I can get.. So don't let that bother you mate..

 

[Ereth]

You can always seek a second opinion. And even if you don't get the result you want, you still have friends here. We don't discriminate.

 

[Saragrl]

I remember a few months back before getting my results I felt the same way. Wanted to let you know you are not the only one who felt this way. Worrying about it is only going to make you more anxious. Easier said than done, I know. Try to keep busy and not think on it to much.

As for this forum. Diagnosis or not, if you like it here stay. When I was diagnosed borderline, I went on forums like this and posted my issues, I never had anyone respond with "I am like that too!" Most the time I would never get a response. Heck, every forum besides this one was that way. When I came here, I felt like I finally found my people. If you feel that way too, this is your home too.

 

[AsheSkyler]

That's also my number one fear when I go to get tested. What if I pass as normal? (Or get yet another lazy doctor.) I've got the perfect explanation for my sensory issues (among other things), I don't want to start all over on another years long search, and I highly doubt I have allergies like it's been suggested.

Allistic, autistic, or whatever, everybody here will keep you anyway. And probably try to help you figure out what's up with you if you turn out to not be autistic. =)

 

[Spiller]

Im afraid that when I take my neuropsych test in may 2015 that I wont get an autism spectrum disorder. Even more afraid if I get nothing.

If I'm diagnosed (when I do finally get to see a psychiatrist) as normal, does that make me just the pathetic, lonely, stupid weirdo I always thought I was?
I'd far rather be Aspie.. I've come to like being an Aspie and talking to people here

 

[Cerulean]

I've heard that diagnoses are frequently wrong anyway, I'm sure several on here had other diagnoses before Aspergers. You're intelligent enough to know you fit the pattern of behavior- whether someone else agrees with you or not.
Now if you need the diagnosis for insurance/health/assistance, Ereth is right- second opinion! You know yourself better than anyone else does.

 

[AsheSkyler]

If I'm diagnosed (when I do finally get to see a psychiatrist) as normal, does that make me just the pathetic, lonely, stupid weirdo I always thought I was?
I'd far rather be Aspie.. I've come to like being an Aspie and talking to people here

You could always be an Aspie on the outside even if you turn out to be normal on the inside.