Am I valid if I don't have money to get a proper doctor diagnosis on paper?
I know that self diagnosis is a taboo thing but in my case I have been told by several professionals that I am autistic but I cannot afford to have it put down on paper, am I valid? Im sick and tired of nobody taking me seriously just because I cant afford a diagnosis to be on paper.
@bubbleSkies2035
many do not have a on paper diagnosis. so you are in good company.
Yes self diagnosis is complety valid
Yes self diagnosis is complety valid
I’m in the same boat, no judgement here love
My doctors wouldn't diagnose me with autism. I KNOW I have autism. I feel you. <3
@jesusredeemedme2425 same I have had one look at me and despite me telling him everything in my life that points to autism, go “I can’t diagnose you with it, you are borderline personality disorder.” I looked at them as if they were stupid and after having that same person threaten to suggest to admit me if I didn’t agree to eat three meals a day…I never went back to that person.
That’s cruel. I’m so sorry…
Thanks. And I'm like I don't care about that jerks opinion, because I know I am. And one day I will find some professional who will actually validate it.
Yes you will <3
I understand that as well I feel completely like that
@bubbleSkies2035 Professionals have told you you are autistic, so that is not just self diagnosis, these are people who would not say it without knowledge and training. The only difference is it is not officially on paper for you. I think your diagnosis is valid. Having said that, sometimes other conditions and issues can also be present and hopefully professionals would help you see those as well.
