Speaking Out
I’ve been hiding my real opinion for a long time just so I could be “accepted” in the online autism community. That ends today.
If you have self-diagnosed autism — or if you support self-diagnosis of autism in any way — do not follow me. If I find out, I will block you without hesitation.
Autism is a complex neurological and developmental disorder that requires trained medical professionals to evaluate and diagnose. It is not something you can determine on your own by watching TikToks, taking online quizzes, or “relating” to a list of traits.
Even “mild” presentations can overlap with ADHD, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, learning disabilities, or other conditions that only proper clinical testing can sort out. Skipping that process is skipping the truth about your own health.
This is not about “drama” or “gatekeeping for fun.” This is about protecting the integrity of real, verified diagnoses and ensuring advocacy stays grounded in accurate, evidence-based representation.
Self-diagnosis spreads misinformation. It weakens advocacy. It makes it harder for those of us with documented, medically recognized disabilities to be taken seriously by schools, healthcare systems, and society.
I’ve been through the long, exhausting, and often painful process of professional assessment. I know firsthand how much it matters, not just for accuracy, but for receiving the support and accommodations you actually need.
If you disagree, we are not a match here. If you understand, you already know why I’m drawing this line.
