Meet My Autistic Brain Self-diagnosis
Dec 4, 2023
This podcast explores the challenges of self-diagnosis for autism and the difficulties faced by adults with autism in professional evaluations. It discusses the fear of social interactions, misconceptions about wanting friends, and the struggles in seeking validation and understanding. The episode also highlights the challenges of self-diagnosis and the lack of accessible diagnostic services for adult autistics.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Challenges Faced in Professional Evaluation and Formation of Friendships in Adults with Autism
03:30 • 5min
Evaluations and Hesitations towards an Autism Diagnosis
08:36 • 2min
Seeking Validation and Understanding of Autism
11:03 • 3min
Challenges of Self-Diagnosis and the Importance of Understanding Autistic Experiences
13:42 • 4min