I get messages all the time asking me if selfdiagnosis "counts" or "is valid". This is an explanation not only of why "OMG YES" is the answer, but also why maybe you might want to reconsider pursuing a formal diagnosis.

Sources:
Self Dx as liberation   / selfdiagnosisisntvaliditsliberatory  
Reconsidering   / seekinganautismdiagnosishereswhyyou...  
Parenting impacts https://healthland.time.com/2012/11/2...
Fearlessly Different https://mickeyrowe.com/fearlesslydiff...

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Hello my dears!
My name is Sydney and I’m an actor/singersongwriter who writes music about my experiences being autistic, disabled, gay, gender fluid and in general, a human. My goal is to fill musical gaps and write about things people often forget to make music about. I’m also a vintage enthusiast and disability advocate (among other things). And, most importantly, my favorite color is buttercup yellow :)

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