Autism Spectrum Disorder awareness post #2 of the month.
-How someone could be Misdiagnosed? Under-diagnosed?
“Given the co-occurrence of Autism and PTSD, it is likely rarely a misdiagnosis (it’s likely accurate), but the autism may be missed. PTSD is rarely an inaccurate diagnosis; however, when PTSD is used to explain away the Autistic traits and experiences, it may be considered a “misdiagnosis”” (neirodivergentinsights)
“Phenotypic elements of autism spectrum disorder can be masked by attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms, potentially leading to a misdiagnosis or delaying an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis” (NCBI)
Why does ASD matter?
-“Multiple studies have reported that people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are at a higher risk for self-injurious behavior and suicide. However, the magnitude of this association varies between studies.” (JAMAnetwork)
“Autistic people often experience difficulties when trying to understand the emotions of other people. Subtle messages that are sent by facial expression, eye contact and body language are often missed.” (Betterhealth)
Is ADHD and Autism the same thing?
“The main difference between the two conditions is that Autism is a recognised disability as it is a developmental delay, whereas ADHD is a neurological disorder.” (Newvisionpsychology)
Being friends with individuals who have ASD?
“Worthwhile friendships can develop between Autistic and non-autistic people, provided there is sufficient understanding and genuine acceptance of the distinct ways in which each person experiences the world.” (Psyche)
Risk factors for ASD
-A sibling with ASD
-Older parents
-Certain genetic conditions, such as EDS,etc
(NIEHS) and (NIH)
Aren’t we all a little autistic?
“-The neurological theory is that, because autism is a spectrum, it can be argued that everybody is somewhere on it, even if 99% of them don’t fall within the diagnostic criteria.
-The autistic perspective is… well, a resounding NO. If you can’t match an autistic person’s life experience, don’t claim their identity. #autism #asd #autismawareness #autismawarenessmonth #asdawareness #adultautism #womanwithautism #neurospicy #neurodivergent #audhd