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I would think so. Two of my three children are autistic. My wife (who definitely is not), tells me that after raising autistic children and observing my behav
by jcadam 4y ago
I would think so. Two of my three children are autistic. My wife (who definitely is not), tells me that after raising autistic children and observing my behaviors while at home (i.e., "in my comfort zone") vs. in social situations that I am as well. I'm kinda surprised she stuck around after really getting to know me.
"You should go get a diagnosis."
My response is always "What good would that do?"
Yes, my anxiety levels are generally lower since I started working from home. I only have to control myself during video calls, which is much easier :D
- glacials 4y agoI encourage you to seek out communities online even without a diagnosis! Many identify as self-diagnosed for the same reason you stated. I've learned a lot of tips and tricks that have helped me (and my wife) deal with it.
- isodude 4y ago> What good would that do? It's fine to just accept things for what they are, but a lot of things does not have to be that way. Would you do everything in your power to help your kids/wife? A diagnose would rather be a way to add a bunch of new tools in your toolbox. Showing your kids that they have the same thing as you might give them a better time identifying with their diagnose as well (the saying goes, I'm just like my dad, right?). Avoiding things to have a well functioning life should not be the normal, I guess that's why your wife thinks you should go get diagnosed, why not let her have some influence on you? She seems like a keeper. Figure stuff out while the climate at home is accepting, rather when it's war. Accepting a diagnose is never easy and it takes a good partner to figure that out. From my own understanding, living with a social person that can intercept stupid ideas before they take fruit really helps. Keeps those close around at all times! :D