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22 Jan 2014, 10:44 pm

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23 Jan 2014, 1:24 pm

From my personal experience, what comes as a result of receiving a diagnosis is initially a better understanding and acceptance of myself, and then support from various agencies to help me to have a better quality of life.


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23 Jan 2014, 1:41 pm

StarCity wrote:
From my personal experience, what comes as a result of receiving a diagnosis is initially a better understanding and acceptance of myself, and then support from various agencies to help me to have a better quality of life.


Could you say what kind of agencies helped you? All of my attempts have been met by agencies that treat only children.



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23 Jan 2014, 1:46 pm

Claradoon wrote:
StarCity wrote:
From my personal experience, what comes as a result of receiving a diagnosis is initially a better understanding and acceptance of myself, and then support from various agencies to help me to have a better quality of life.


Could you say what kind of agencies helped you? All of my attempts have been met by agencies that treat only children.
What country are you in? That can make a huge difference.


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23 Jan 2014, 6:18 pm

I'm in Canada.



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24 Jan 2014, 2:51 am

With a diagnosis you can.......

* Apply for a "handicapped" parking permit for your state or country (I think....some U.S. states still are VERY loose with requirements for one, you can go there and get it even if not crippled)
* Apply for Medical Marijuana programs in U.S. states like California, so you can get a permit (Autism/Social Anxiety. Seen enough forum posters say 'lol weed makes me NT' sooooo)
* Get cheaper housing if you are in University Dorm/a "single" room in Uni dorms without annoying roommates.
* Probably get SSI or something or assistance for finding jobs.
* Cheaper or free public transport, depending on the country in question.

Oh, most of these ppl require a diagnosis or letter of recommendation,


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24 Jan 2014, 7:15 am

Claradoon wrote:
I'm in Canada.
Hopefully you can do better than we can in the US. In the US if you are diagnosed after 18 you are pretty much out of luck for help.


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