Are You Undiagnosed Autistic? How To Tell If You’re On The Autism Spectrum | Patron’s Choice
Social communication difficulties: This can include difficulty understanding social cues, maintaining eye contact, and engaging in back-and-forth conversations.
Repetitive behaviors: This can include repetitive movements, such as hand-flapping or rocking, or repetitive routines and rituals.
Sensory sensitivities: This can include heightened sensitivity to certain sounds, textures, or smells, or a lack of sensitivity to pain.
Restricted interests: This can include intense focus on specific topics or activities, such as numbers, patterns, or objects.
Difficulty with change: This can include difficulty adapting to changes in routine or environment.
If you are concerned that you may be undiagnosed autistic, it is important to seek a professional evaluation. A mental health professional can assess your symptoms and provide a diagnosis.
Here are some resources that can help you find a diagnosis:
Autism Speaks: https://www.autismspeaks.org/
Autism Society: https://autismsociety.org/
National Institute of Mental Health: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/
If you are not sure whether you should seek a diagnosis, you can also talk to your doctor or a mental health professional. They can help you decide whether a diagnosis is right for you.