I believe from various books and articles I have read that I have Asperger's. How do I get an dianosis as an adult?
2006-08-14 03:01:35 · 9 answers · asked by bobbi b 3 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Why are you fishing for a diagnoses?
2006-08-14 03:06:10 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 6⤋
Here is a web site that looks at Asperger's syndrome and gives a check list.
Its important that you get a diagnosis not only so that you are able to claim the disability allowances that you are entitled to but there are also alot of help groups that are available that will be able to support you and any family you have as this is a syndrome that cannot be cured.
Good luck
http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Asperger_syndrome_and_adults?open
2006-08-15 03:55:06 · answer #2 · answered by sezyboss 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why do you require a diagnosis? I have found myself that the best (well, only) coping mechanism for Asperger's is for the affected person to be aware of its characteristics, which you obviously already do. There is no cure and preventative methods. Therapy is irrelevant because Asperger's is innate and there is no cause that can be eliminated psychologically. Diagnoses of Asperger's are only useful when the affected person is not aware of the syndrome, so that they may learn more about its traits.
2006-08-14 07:30:15 · answer #3 · answered by villafan 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
The Gilliam Autism Rating Scale is being revised. Research is being done to improve this test and enhance its use. Would you be interested in participating in this research? By selecting the link to the survey site, you will be able to complete the GARS on-line on someone you know who has autism. This will only take 5-10 minutes of your time. Your participation and the participation of others is needed to improve this useful diagnostic instrument. If you need further information, contact Dr. James E. Gilliam at: jgilliam@tstar.net or at his website: pages.tstar.net Please inform others you know who might be interested in this research. We need as many participants as possible. Thank you in advance for your participation and support.
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2006-08-14 03:09:43 · answer #4 · answered by Zelda 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
See a psychiatrist and check out the diagnosis criterias of DSM-IV
2006-08-14 06:18:46 · answer #5 · answered by NoxecA 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your doctor about it. If the doctor is not skilled at diagnosing autism spectrum, get the doctor to send you to someone who has this skill.
2006-08-14 03:08:22 · answer #6 · answered by vvxxzzvv 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to a psychologist or psychiatrist that specializes in this.
2006-08-14 03:08:08 · answer #7 · answered by Maria b 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
see your Dr
2006-08-14 03:56:40 · answer #8 · answered by munchie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try your GP .He/She will know where to refer you for tests
2006-08-14 03:08:32 · answer #9 · answered by missmandymoomoo24 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋