Are you afraid of being misdiagnosed as normal? I initially thought getting a formal diagnosis was a mandatory part of the process so I could be accepted and for my autistic identity to be validated. Now I know that it’s not 100% necessary yet getting a formal diagnosis can still be extremely validating for some. The flip side however is also true. The fear of being misdiagnosed threatened to take away a part of my identity. Regardless of whether you seek a formal diagnosis or not, however, you can still meet other autistic people in the meantime, and become a part of the diverse and welcoming autistic community.

Visit our Online Social Group here:   / 722729774905114  

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction
2:20 Do I fit the criteria?
4:13 – Is a Formal Diagnosis Required?
8:50 – ‘Passing’ for Normal
10:20 – My #1 Tip: Meet Other Autistic People



Welcome to Autism From The Inside!!!

If you're autistic or think you or someone you love might be on the autism spectrum, this channel is for you!
I'm Paul Micallef, and I discovered my own autism at age 30.

Yes, I know, I don't look autistic. That's exactly why I started this channel in the first place because if I didn't show you, you would never know.

Autism affects many (if not all!) aspects of our lives, so on this channel, I want to show you what Autism looks like in real people and give you some insight into what's happening for us on the inside. We'll break down myths and misconceptions, discuss how to embrace autism and live well, and share what it's like to be an autistic person.

Join me as I share what I've found along my journey, so you don't have to learn it the hard way.

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Peace,

~ Paul

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