I think I might be autistic (self-diagnosed), but I can't go to anyone because my family members don't think I could be neurodivergent. I was talking to my grandma about my suspicions, but my mom overheard and said "You're not neurodivergent, you're just a kid.", whatever that means. I have social anxiety on top of that and find it stressful to talk to adults/ kids I am not familiar with. I can't build up the confidence for myself that I need. Sometimes I go non-verbal when trying to talk to people and then later have a panic attack/ autistic meltdown. any advice will help, and thanks in advance.ā¤ļøšš¤ (also I have depression)
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Mind if I try this Iām struggling with my parents
The first person I told when I started thinking about it was my counsellor. I think the best way to go about it is to do research, and gather a list of reasons and symptoms of why you think you might be autistic, write them down and bring them with you when you go to talk to someone, because you'll likely forget all of them. Also, think about the next steps you can take after talking to someone - whether that is actually talking to your family with the support of your school counsellor, or pursuing a formal diagnosis, going to therapy, whatever. Talk about this with your counsellor so you can brainstorm ideas together, and also write these down. You will have to eventually talk to your family about it, so if you have support in doing that, and have a good "script" planned, that is good.