I suspect I am autistic, but my mum won't let me see someone about it. What do I do?

First, I would highly recommend talking it out with her first. Try to have an open-ended conversation about possibly having autism, and listing the reasons you think so might help. If you are in school, you can always let a school counselor know about this and ask for help. Depending on the school and counselor, they might be able to find someone you can see to get a diagnosis. If not, you can always ask a school staff member to talk to your mom about you possibly having autism, she might listen when an adult says something about it. It sucks but adults tend to only listen to adults in these situations.

I would suggest you to explain about why & what autism is and how its affecting you, why autism should be treated, what happens if not treated, why you suspect, and what difficulties you're facing now because of it. I believe the key is to make them understand exactly what you're going through. Most people just assume things about this spectrum and many don't take it seriously. So give her example on what would happen if this is not taken seriously. I would suggest you to try your best. Choose a calm situation and explain the above points. Tell her exactly how you are feeling since she's not taking this seriously. I am sure she will understand. All the best

I understand that you may be feeling frustrated and uncertain about your situation. It's important to remember that you are the one who knows yourself best, and it can be valuable to explore and understand your own feelings and experiences. It may be helpful to gather information about autism and share it with your mother, in a respectful and non-confrontational manner. This information could help her to understand your perspective and concerns. Additionally, it may be beneficial to seek out a support group for individuals on the autism spectrum, where you can connect with others who may be experiencing similar challenges. Remember that seeking support and understanding is a personal journey and there may be different paths to reach it. You can also try to talk with your school counselor or a therapist that specializes in autism, they can provide you with support and guidance, and can help to provide your mum with more information about the condition.

I can imagine you must be feeling very confused, disheartened that you are being told not to explore the possibility you may be Autistic. From a parents perspective they may feel that you don't at all have autism or fear the stigma you may face . If you could talk to your mum what would you want her to know and how would you feel about seeing a general practitioner about this? The most commonly used measure to test for ASD is the AQ questionnaire that you can find on the net and maybe after exploring this you could arrange an appointment with your GP or doctor if intending to do so. You are also welcome to receive emotional support from one of our listeners on our site.