Topic: A New Day
Cathabis !TGirlYJKXM started this discussion 2 years ago #114,344
I just got off the phone with a specialist.
I’m now diagnosed with (moderate) autism.
I’m now diagnosed with (moderate) autism.
Throckmorton !dxiFV8kfVg joined in and replied with this 2 years ago, 4 minutes later[^] [v] #1,265,403
Well, congratulations, I guess?
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Cathabis !TGirlYJKXM (OP) replied with this 2 years ago, 27 minutes later, 36 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #1,265,408
Anonymous D joined in and replied with this 2 years ago, 5 minutes later, 41 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #1,265,409
Someone diagnosed you over the phone?
Anonymous E joined in and replied with this 2 years ago, 8 minutes later, 49 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #1,265,410
@previous (D)
Yeah, she saw a Better Help ad on an HRT propaganda video on YouTube and gave it a shot.
Yeah, she saw a Better Help ad on an HRT propaganda video on YouTube and gave it a shot.
Anonymous F joined in and replied with this 2 years ago, 1 minute later, 51 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #1,265,412
We could have told you that for free.
@1,265,408 (Cathabis !TGirlYJKXM)
> I don’t have a problem socializing.
Yes you do.
@1,265,408 (Cathabis !TGirlYJKXM)
> I don’t have a problem socializing.
Yes you do.
Anonymous G joined in and replied with this 2 years ago, 10 minutes later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #1,265,414
What a load of shit. How much did this specialist charge you for that diagnosis?
Kook !!rcSrAtaAC joined in and replied with this 2 years ago, 2 minutes later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #1,265,415
1. They diagnosed you over the phone?
2. They said moderate autism?
2. They said moderate autism?
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Level 2 Autism: Requires Substantial Support
At Level 2 autism, there's a noticeable higher need for support regarding one's symptoms that extends greater than what's required for Level 1. Talking and being social is very difficult at this stage. Support may come but it won't guarantee success in social abilities.
Additionally, responses will be odd and off-putting, or even inappropriate. Poor manners might be a feature, along with other moderate ASD symptoms related to stimming.
Symptoms
Speaking in small sentences - Although talking might not happen very often, it usually revolves around very short sentences. When done, the answers and responses could be to the point, unclean, or need extra context to fully understand.
Specific topics are discussed only - This tends to happen when the topics involve things they're interested in. If the topic isn't of interest, they might say little to nothing, even when they're encouraged to do it.
Problems with nonverbal dialogue - One of the most common is facial expressions. Facial expressions exist for humans to understand people without words being exchanged. Unfortunately, many with autism cannot do this properly. The condition was once described as Asperger's but is associated with Level 2 autism now. When someone is talking to them, they may engage in actions that appear rude or disinterested. A person on the spectrum, for instance, may turn their back toward someone immediately after they begin to strike up a conversation with them, even if they do manage to say a few words or turn around, they possibly would have trouble understanding the context behind what's said.
Problems with daily routines - Change doesn't always come easy to people with autism. When things do change, They usually end up becoming negative for people on the spectrum. Changes that lead to problems aren't always the same. Some might detest having to move their desk in a classroom to a position that places them in the center of everyone's attention. Their family might be planning a move away from the home that an autistic person loves and is adjusted to.
Diagnosis
Level 2 autism is diagnosed by reliance on more extensive interviews, possibly even a brain scan. MRIs can find abnormalities in the brain, such as areas of matter that are larger than they typically are.
Tests might be run on the digestive tracks for signs of infections along the large intestine's lining. This could follow up with therapy, though the diagnosis might be done at another location.
Life Expectancy
The life expectancy for Level 2 ASD ranges from 50-60 years old. This is slightly lower than Level 1 and the national average. In some studies, the life expectancy is even lower.
The factors that can contribute to a shorter life are injuries to self, injuries stemming from unawareness, trauma, and suicide. The more people that are available to assist people at this level, the greater chance they'll have a long and fulfilling life.
At Level 2 autism, there's a noticeable higher need for support regarding one's symptoms that extends greater than what's required for Level 1. Talking and being social is very difficult at this stage. Support may come but it won't guarantee success in social abilities.
Additionally, responses will be odd and off-putting, or even inappropriate. Poor manners might be a feature, along with other moderate ASD symptoms related to stimming.
Symptoms
Speaking in small sentences - Although talking might not happen very often, it usually revolves around very short sentences. When done, the answers and responses could be to the point, unclean, or need extra context to fully understand.
Specific topics are discussed only - This tends to happen when the topics involve things they're interested in. If the topic isn't of interest, they might say little to nothing, even when they're encouraged to do it.
Problems with nonverbal dialogue - One of the most common is facial expressions. Facial expressions exist for humans to understand people without words being exchanged. Unfortunately, many with autism cannot do this properly. The condition was once described as Asperger's but is associated with Level 2 autism now. When someone is talking to them, they may engage in actions that appear rude or disinterested. A person on the spectrum, for instance, may turn their back toward someone immediately after they begin to strike up a conversation with them, even if they do manage to say a few words or turn around, they possibly would have trouble understanding the context behind what's said.
Problems with daily routines - Change doesn't always come easy to people with autism. When things do change, They usually end up becoming negative for people on the spectrum. Changes that lead to problems aren't always the same. Some might detest having to move their desk in a classroom to a position that places them in the center of everyone's attention. Their family might be planning a move away from the home that an autistic person loves and is adjusted to.
Diagnosis
Level 2 autism is diagnosed by reliance on more extensive interviews, possibly even a brain scan. MRIs can find abnormalities in the brain, such as areas of matter that are larger than they typically are.
Tests might be run on the digestive tracks for signs of infections along the large intestine's lining. This could follow up with therapy, though the diagnosis might be done at another location.
Life Expectancy
The life expectancy for Level 2 ASD ranges from 50-60 years old. This is slightly lower than Level 1 and the national average. In some studies, the life expectancy is even lower.
The factors that can contribute to a shorter life are injuries to self, injuries stemming from unawareness, trauma, and suicide. The more people that are available to assist people at this level, the greater chance they'll have a long and fulfilling life.
Kook !!rcSrAtaAC replied with this 2 years ago, 2 hours later, 3 hours after the original post[^] [v] #1,265,439
Meta !Sober//iZs joined in and replied with this 2 years ago, 15 minutes later, 3 hours after the original post[^] [v] #1,265,442
Real question: why bother getting a diagnosis? There's no "treatment" for it and I can't see what a formal diagnosis would really get you.
Throckmorton !dxiFV8kfVg replied with this 2 years ago, 29 minutes later, 4 hours after the original post[^] [v] #1,265,444
boof joined in and replied with this 2 years ago, 23 hours later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #1,265,573
can you like, get a discount
Anonymous M joined in and replied with this 2 years ago, 3 months later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,280,294
@previous (boof)
even better, they get a little card that gives them permission from the state of california to act like an asshole
even better, they get a little card that gives them permission from the state of california to act like an asshole
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Kook !!rcSrAtaAC replied with this 2 years ago, 10 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,280,295
@1,265,442 (Meta !Sober//iZs)
It's makes sense if youre in school because they give you accommodations like longer test taking time
It's makes sense if youre in school because they give you accommodations like longer test taking time
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Anonymous N replied with this 2 years ago, 1 hour later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,280,339
@previous (Kook !!rcSrAtaAC)
That's too bad. Hopefully you got a diagnosis eventually? Apparently they can even do it over the phone these days. And I saw another thread just minutes ago that is even offering results instantly online.
That's too bad. Hopefully you got a diagnosis eventually? Apparently they can even do it over the phone these days. And I saw another thread just minutes ago that is even offering results instantly online.
Kook !!rcSrAtaAC replied with this 2 years ago, 16 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,280,342
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Anonymous N replied with this 2 years ago, 2 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,280,345
@previous (Kook !!rcSrAtaAC)
Nonsense. There's tons of research on the benefits of behavioral and cognitive therapies for autistic individuals.
Nonsense. There's tons of research on the benefits of behavioral and cognitive therapies for autistic individuals.
Kook !!rcSrAtaAC replied with this 2 years ago, 3 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,280,346
@previous (N)
It's doubtful I'm autistic and that it has been negatively effecting my life. So pointless it is
It's doubtful I'm autistic and that it has been negatively effecting my life. So pointless it is
Anonymous N replied with this 2 years ago, 18 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,280,347
@previous (Kook !!rcSrAtaAC)
It's very probable that you have autism. It's also unfortunately common for autistic individuals to fail to recognize the extent that it impacts their lives. Not long ago I saw someone here claiming that autism isn't a mental disorder at all!
I highly recommend you seek out a professional's opinion.
It's very probable that you have autism. It's also unfortunately common for autistic individuals to fail to recognize the extent that it impacts their lives. Not long ago I saw someone here claiming that autism isn't a mental disorder at all!
I highly recommend you seek out a professional's opinion.
Kook !!rcSrAtaAC replied with this 2 years ago, 5 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,280,348
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Anonymous N replied with this 2 years ago, 3 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,280,352
@previous (Kook !!rcSrAtaAC)
Thanks for the compliment. What harm is there in seeking a professional's opinion?
Thanks for the compliment. What harm is there in seeking a professional's opinion?
Kook !!rcSrAtaAC replied with this 2 years ago, 1 hour later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,280,366
Anonymous N replied with this 2 years ago, 7 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,280,367
@previous (Kook !!rcSrAtaAC)
The harm is that you may decide to not seek a professional's opinion if you disagree with the symptoms I've noticed. How about this, if you agree to seek out a medical professional's help regardless of what you think of what I say, I will go into more detail about the signs I've noticed. Fair enough?
The harm is that you may decide to not seek a professional's opinion if you disagree with the symptoms I've noticed. How about this, if you agree to seek out a medical professional's help regardless of what you think of what I say, I will go into more detail about the signs I've noticed. Fair enough?
Anonymous B replied with this 2 years ago, 2 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,280,368
Ich bin Autist.
Kook !!rcSrAtaAC replied with this 2 years ago, 7 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,280,369
Anonymous N replied with this 2 years ago, 5 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,280,370
@previous (Kook !!rcSrAtaAC)
You don't get to decide what you're diagnosed as. That's the whole point. Did you mean to say that you're declining to seek out a health professional's opinion?
You don't get to decide what you're diagnosed as. That's the whole point. Did you mean to say that you're declining to seek out a health professional's opinion?
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@1,280,372 (N)
i'm diagnosing you as a total retard right now and there's nothing you can do about it
i'm diagnosing you as a total retard right now and there's nothing you can do about it
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