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Futzeru
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28 Dec 2017, 12:52 am

My mother has recently considered taking me to the doctors about my suspected autism; I'm not too sure how it goes and I have a problem where I cry when I talk about my problems to others.
I'm slightly nervous and not too sure how it goes, do they ask me questions or do I have to tell them?



kraftiekortie
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28 Dec 2017, 12:57 am

It's both, really. They will encourage you to "tell your story," and you will be given quite a few tests.

Your parents will be a very important part of the diagnostic process. How you related to other children when about 2-5 years of age will be of prime importance.



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28 Dec 2017, 2:18 am

I hope this process leads you to the truth.


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