13 Feb 2014, 1:51 pm
So, I am still trying to seek a diagnosis. I am trying to collect a lot of old records (school, medical, and so on) to put together a file for my psychologist (who does not think I am Aspie). I called my university's health center to get a copy of a psychological test that I did many years ago where I was diagnosed with BPD. I personally think it was a misdiagnosis but I still want a copy for my records. Only to find out that they EXPUNGED the RECORDS due to them being over 10 years old. W-T-F! I could scream. That's the only test I have done and to get new tests I would have to pay an arm and a leg to get them. Why would they do this? I am so upset.
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AQ= 41
Your Aspie score: 144 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 66 of 200
I am an Aspie!
Diagnosed as an adult
14 Feb 2014, 12:49 pm
Yeah, systems like this are very frustrating. I feel your pain.
I've been through the wringer a few times, and have to point out, that you will now know always to get a copy and keep it safe. That said, it doesn't help you right now. It sounds like you need to work towards some sort of legitimate diagnosis by a relevant professional. If this is going to be difficult (which it tends to be) then the sooner you get started the sooner you'll get there.
I must stress that I am very aware that some so called "professionals" are totally incompetent and unequipped to diagnose you. It is extremely important that whoever evaluates you is an Adult Aspergers/HFA specialist.
I have been misdiagnosed in the most grievous of circumstances, and it will likely do more harm than good to achieve a misdiagnosis, even if you need it recognized that you have problems.
I recommend much reading and self-educating about the various surrounding issues for adult aspies, so that you can confidently self-diagnose, and thus recognize the criteria that will help you receive a formal diagnostic assessment.
In the meantime, it's best not to jump to conclusions about your condition, you do need to "know your stuff".
I hope this helps.
Obviously BPD is very serious, and the possibility of it's presence needs to be treated as such. Yup - you need to know one way or the other.
