Why I'm Getting An Autism Evaluation (as an adult)

I am getting an autism evaluation as a 34 year old adult. I talk about my reasons and why I've decided in adulthood to find out if I'm autistic. Autism is a spectrum and it can be extremely difficult for an adult female to be diagnosed so I take you along with me in autism testing process as a girl.
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[@OurLANDingCrew8]

If you don’t have anything nice to say then just click out of the video. It baffles me that everyone screams about how I only talk about my kids’ autism and then when I finally open up about MYSELF, nothing about my kids, to share my own struggles, naysayers are here to try to debunk that or say how obsessed I am with autism. I made these videos because it was requested. I make the titles I do to make them SEARCHABLE and sometimes the titles seem odd because that’s the best way to word it to get the keywords in. Kindness is free 🤷‍♀️

[@breynolds3321]

Our LANDing Crew What...do they expect you to talk about on an autism family channel? 🙄 You’re good, we really appreciate you sharing this journey especially because a lot of women your age wouldn’t have been diagnosed and don’t know how to seek a dx now. It’s really good info, we’re rooting for you to find those answers to your questions 🥳

[@reonnaf]

How did you find a therapist specializing in females with autism?

[@brendatorres9711]

This is just me saying how much I personally really appreciate your videos I'm barely begining the journey with my son of 2 years that isnt diagnosed but on a waitlist. Literally waiting drives me crazy but watching you guys and other family autism/special needs channels calms me tells me I'm not the only one its not the end of the world and happiness still exists with autism. Don't listen to the haters you and you're family are blessings and I'm glad I follow you guys you as a mother are so strong. God bless you guys and I send lots of love don't stress.

[@beetee4865]

@Rasika Vijay She means if you only have mean things to say, then it may better to leave (or not to say anything at all).

[@autismenlightenment]

My name is stephanie and I was diagnosed in my early 30s w classic autism. My first baby is due in february 2021. I'm so grateful for my experience caring for children on the spectrum in the past. This is a going to be a trip, but I'm ready for the ride.

[@callmescout5831]

Thank you for saying “Maybe there’s something that explains myself” instead of something “wrong”!!!

[@OurLANDingCrew8]

Definitely not wrong. We are all just wired differently, sometimes from birth, other times through things that have happened to us ❤️

[@BookloverFantasy92]

And this is the problem with late diagnosis' is. Without knowing what's going on, it's so easy to say, "what's wrong with me" because we feel different, even before we get diagnosed.

[@callmescout5831]

BookloverFantasy92 exactly!!!

[@DeborahAnnsuperversatile]

I often wonder what in the world is wrong with me, but really I should just wonder what explains myself. Thanks for the better terms to explain our differences, which are good, in a good light.

[@faithandautism-myjourney264]

Yes. I was assessed in June this year so I could understand myself better. I always saw myself as different but never really thought it was wrong just that I didn’t understand myself.

[@brendad940]

I'm not even a minute in but I had to pause and say two of my grandsons are on the spectrum, they are 8 and 9 now, and the more I learn about it the more I wonder about myself. It would explain a lot. I didn't even know adults could be tested if they weren't diagnosed as kids. Looking forward to this video!

[@cward1954]

I was thinking the same thing. I have a son who is on the spectrum, and was diagnosed in 2012. I've never been tested or diagnosed, but I'm pretty sure I'm on the spectrum as well. It explained many things for me too. I have heard that adults could be tested, but I have no plans to do so.

[@kellimurphy755]

You just explained more about this eval than any doctor I have faced for my little girl and I am so beyond grateful for your channel. I fear what’s a head because I don’t understand it. The lack of information that doctors are willing to share is unacceptable and I’m so glad you found the right area to move to. We are in the fight of our lives to find a diagnosis for my daughter and I am praying that this coming year will bring us those answers and the help she needs to be the best her she can be. Thank you for being so brave to share with your viewers. As always Steph such a wonderful video. Love you and your family and pray that everything lays right in place for you. You deserve it.

[@laurencraig4510]

You explained this so well! I relate to sooo many of the things you talked about (music in the car, feeling overwhelmed with things everyone else does with no problems, insomnia, etc.) I've been wanting to get evaluated for a couple years now but haven't started the process at all. It feels like my whole life there has been something missing, a peice that isn't clicking. Possibly it could be an autism diagnosis. Thank you so much for this video ❤

[@CCBear-jc6lz]

I commend you on talking about this publicly. Thank you for again sharing your life, family, and your journey! I wish you nothing but great things 💜♥️ I’m a chronic pain patient and I have insomnia...from pain. It is very frustrating. It is a term used loosely but, as you and I know it’s very much the true insomnia not just figurative speech.

[@laurawilliamson888]

My husband was diagnosed at 23 its definitely important to have a diagnosis to understand yourself and have others understand you. To get support with things/times you are struggling even if that's just with understanding. follow my husbands journey at 'autism Mondays with Paul'

[@CassBeaz]

Also was misdiagnosed with bipolar in a 5 minute appt, when in actuality I was hypervigilent and dealing with PTSD, but because I wasn’t a veteran they didn’t “catch it.” So frustrating. I hope this eval gives you some future relief and help!!

[@joannabarton3985]

Stephanie, you absolutely don’t suck! But I know exactly what you mean as I have felt that way on and off all my life. I am 45 and went for my neuropsych evaluation earlier this year. My daughter is 9 and was diagnosed ASD L3 at age 6. After three years of researching for her, something just clicked. She was also getting older and reminding me of myself in ways that aren’t typical. So my diagnosis was GAD, and I was definitely bordeline ASD. My particular profile is such that I was able to become really good at masking. But after 45 years, GAD is the result of that masking (for me) and can be treated now. But the doctor said had I been tested as a child, I definitely would have received an ASD L1 diagnosis. Knowing definitely helps! I have a lot of sensory defensiveness too and my husband has been WAY more understanding now that we know why. Thanks for making these videos! ❤️

[@livalittle7]

You go, girl! I’ve been working on getting myself tested for fertility so that I can get some answers. I think what you’re doing is incredible! You are not defective! You’re a pioneer on this channel and you should be incredibly proud of yourself. You’re amazing 💓

[@eleanorgreenhow2301]

I was diagnosed this spring as I finished high school and thought I was doing one last general assessment. Nope, I was diagnosed with autism. It's funny thinking about different shows/youtubers I have watched for years and not clicking the fact that I've been watching them so much because they are also autistic or show characters with autism (known or not known to the audience) like me. There is soooo much I want to learn about what this means for me but I have no idea where to start!

[@amandasonnenberg114]

I’ve only watched the first 3 minutes of this video so far, but I want to say that I was diagnosed with ASD a year and a half ago at the age of 39 after being misdiagnosed with so many different things since I was a child. It’s been really helpful for me to know the real reason for why I am the way that I am. I’ve had so many “aha moments” and so many things in my life FINALLY make sense! I do wish that I had been diagnosed correctly when I was a child though for many different reasons, but I guess it’s better late than never!

[@amandasonnenberg114]

So, I just finished watching the video and I want to add that I can really relate! Thanks for sharing! I’ve watched a lot of your videos, but I think this is the first time that I’ve commented.

[@charityshreve9229]

I just love you! You have no idea how your videos have been my light in a very dark tunnel.

[@boymomandcats]

When you said "why can't I function like others can" I felt that 1000% ❤️ I've been diagnosed with Severe anxiety, depression and PTSD for over 10yrs now. And although I've had times of doing really well it seems I always end up crippled again and it's an ongoing battle just to be "normal" for lack of better word. I live your channel and you give me hope and help me so very much ☺️

[@virginiaw8608]

I have been struggling. Your "story" is making me cry, because I feel like you're telling my story. I think I might need to get evaluated, not for treatment like my kids, but for counseling...it would be helpful to know why I am and why I do certain things. God bless you for sharing. I know for some, me included, it can be hard to talk about this sort of thing.

[@DifferentReader]

TW: Psychiatric hospital . . . . . . . . I was diagnosed at 14 during extreme autistic burnout that, combined with depression, landed me in a psychiatric hospital. My diagnosis isn’t 100% accurate. I was diagnosed with aspergers despite having low-moderate support needs. I need about as much support and guidance with academics and daily living skills as a 6-8th grader and I’m 17. I also am visibly not typical, and even with supports in place, I cannot look “normal” as I do not make eye contact, stim frequently, and if I don’t know someone very well I use very short sentences, don’t face them when speaking to them, and sometimes even walk away mid-conversation. I also use AAC sometimes despite not having a language delay (I actually was in the 100th percentile for language when I was 18 months old) and that’s not usually associated with aspergers or “level 1 autism”. Eventually I hope to be re-evaluated so I can have a more accurate diagnosis of ASD 2. I wasn’t diagnosed in the usual way; I am pretty sure I never even did the ADOS. When I was in the psych hospital (the 2nd time) the psychiatrist on call was also an autism specialist. Him observing me for 8 days + the testing he did do made him certain I am autistic. I want the full eval but my psych says it’s not nessecary. My diagnosis really answered so many questions for me. Unfortunately where I live there are very few services for autistic adults without an intellectual disability. I need OT but can’t get it. I also might need supported living (I may not be able to live entirely independently) but I have no idea if I’d get it. (Hope you don’t mind all these somewhat unrelated thoughts)

[@kimberlymoorer9906]

Hope you get the help you need and they see that you need the help and reeval

[@bluemountainlittle]

Why would anyone complain about how much you talk about autism? It’s a huge part of your life, and your channel is about YOUR life. 🤔

[@BookloverFantasy92]

This is why I got myself assessed. Growing up, I always thought there was something wrong with me. Would always say my brain works differently. I just didn't understand. Now that I have the label of ASD and ADHD, I'm starting to understand myself more. Of why I did things the way I did, why I struggle so much before, and now. Like typical people don't get excited that they got out of bed early and brushed their teeth and went for a walk. But I was so excited that I brushed my teeth. I was in such a bad routine, I struggle day to day. I know it's going to take me more to get my life on track. I will need medication for the adhd, and get therapy for my difficulties as well. But now I know. Also, I'm 28.

[@TheMakeupWakeup]

The way you talked about sensory overload and not wanting to be touched somedays was soo relatable to me... my husband's love language is physical touch! I specifically feel touched out by my children. I also hate loud music when other people are playing it or when all kinds of noise is happening (talking, playing, TV etc all at once) makes me super anxious and irritable.

[@deliverhope2]

Oh gosh. Me too. I can’t so irritable from it

[@lozzyholm1321]

I can resonate with so much of the sensory issues you explained! And I worked as an ABA therapist for a long time so it’s interesting to be so detached from many of these ‘symptoms’.

[@justinemattson3372]

Hey Stephanie, I want to thank you for all you post on your channel. Your channel (among others) helped me realize that I have ADHD, and get diagnosed then medicated. But more importantly (to me personally) you made me realize that I have sensory issues and I have my entire life. I was such a picky eater growing up, and had big texture issues both with food and other things. For example: I would get in trouble at school and summer camps for refusing to do paper mache, I just couldn’t touch it. I still can’t touch pumpkin guts. You even helped me realize that I definitely stim, I just mask well as many AFAB autistic/ADHD do. If you happen to know if the sensory issues and the stimming are common for ADHD or not I’d love to know! But no worries I know that you are not a professional. But anyway, thank you for so much you do on KZbin. It does not go unnoticed. You are so helpful. I hope that your evaluation is helpful for you and any future medical professionals!

[@tatharelprincessoferegion8162]

10:30 I hate water on my face too! it caused no end of trouble when I took swimming lessons. I also took forever to be able to tolerate showers, and still keep my face dry as much as possible. I ONLY wash my face in the shower (because it's faster and more efficient, therefore less torture), with grapefruit face wash. I also hate makeup for similar reasons.

[@caro3304]

When I got diagnosed with endometriosis, although I had to have surgery, I was SO happy. There was finally an explanation about why I had to leave or miss school as a kid, why I had to run out of classes in college or take sick days at work when other women didn't have the same problem. When I got into the endometriosis community it was... 🤯. They were describing my life, like you said. The exact same pain (which by the way it's like a knife twisting on your guts from the inside). Whatever the outcome is, you'll feel so relieved! Good luck!!

[@khaosdabz4207]

I am a young mother 26 years old and have 4 kids ages 7,6,4,1. 3 of witch are special needs I myself am bipolar have adhd and ppd (post parted depression. I came on KZbin about 2-3 years ago to find some one who could help and I ended up finding your Channel. And fathering autism. Stephanie if only you knew how many smiles you put on other special needs parents and children. We have a 4 year old who elopes as well and had to switch the door knobs for dead bolts lol thanks for everything you do say and share love mommy jessica and babies 😘😘😘

[@Beafree]

I'm 49 and just starting the process of getting diagnosed for autism. I totally agree with you. In my case it is all out of pocket because my lovely ((sarcasm)) won't cover it. I've done online tests which all come back high for autism which I thought at the time was enough but I suffer from imposter syndrome. All my kids are on the spectrum. My husband was like "Just do it, seek a diagnosis so you stop questioning if you are or not." I have been giving myself grace when I recognize the burnouts and not forcing social events when I don't feel like it. I get all my sensory issues so I'm not going nuts about it anymore, I get it now, I'm understanding myself. Originally I didn't think I was autistic, I just knew I was weird. It wasn't till I was watching a video on autism for my oldest son because I questioned if he was high funtioning autistic. Well it turned out that I was like "Hold up, I feel like they're talking about me." I was in shock so I started watching more videos and reading books on autistic women.

[@asat7690]

I just got an evaluation as an adult. It’s so nice to hear someone else that had my same experiences and thoughts. My family doesn’t really understand autism so I can’t tell them but it’s nice to have people out there who do understand. 💚💚

[@OneOfADozen]

My sister had one as an adult. I think it’s a great idea. We are in the process of having baby #10 assessed. He’s had the initial appointments and now has therapy booked in. It’s been wonderful to follow your story.

[@jessicaadams6190]

I can identify with a lot of what you’re saying! I wasn’t diagnosed until 22, like you I was diagnosed with bipolar and many people said I wasn’t bipolar. One of my therapists mentioned that i appeared to be making repititive movements and I seemed to not have the typical emotive language and I seemed to lack prosody of my voice. I was seeking a diagnosis to understand myself, not for anything else.

[@DiariesofaDisabledmom]

I've always hated being autistic. Didnt start masking until high school which is prob why I was diagnosed early. I hate struggling so much. Love autism in my son though cuz hes so unique. I'm just weird lol I hate all my sensory issues 🤦‍♀️ when u were talking about not wanting to be touched sometimes and bugs under ur skin, I can 1000 percent relate. Running triggers seizures so I didnt run alot but I have eloped. I'd be up for weeks. Insomnia is a pretty big struggle. My tik tok is on autism and epilepsy tik tok. U may come across me lol

[@saml4004]

Thank you for making this! I have been diagnosed with ADHD since I was a kid but sometimes I do wonder if I have Aspergers too. I’ve been more and more curious lately about the process to get an evaluation as an adult. I love your stuff, thank you for all you do!

[@khaosdabz4207]

Lots of love to you Stephanie and everyone in the family no matter what we love you advocating for anyone with autism lots of love from madman Jess all the way from n.b Canada mouah

[@Iamlynie1]

I am totally with you wanting to know..I have just been diagnosed myself at 64☺️ my life makes a lot more sense now. It's just a shame it wasn't picked up years ago, thing might have been easier...

[@sanrio.crossing]

Thank you Stephanie so so much for this video! I'm an 18 y.o girl and earlier this year I finally got diagnosed with ADHD. It took me so much time and to go to so many therapist to have finally someone say to me that I wasn't a lazy/distracted teen, I was just an undiagnosed teen. There are so much issues with getting diagnosed as a neurodivergent girl (wether it's adhd or autism) so I'm super glad you decided to speak up about it and get a diagnose. I love you and your channel so much, keep being awesome❤

[@dinahcat5]

I go for my evaluation on Thursday. I was happy to see how "normal" you presented. You make me feel like I'm going the right thing at 47 years old! Good luck to us both!

[@adasollystyling]

I love your honesty and openness and I can not understand why people are so mean. You are so right we all suffer with different things. Let’s all be nice to each other and let’s realise we are all different Difference is good. 😘❤️

[@autistictips1161]

I have a provisional autism diagnosis by a neurologist, but the neuropsych I saw didn't help me. They said I needed to have my insomnia and hallucinations under control before they would consider that I have autism or ADHD. Which is ridiculous because autism often comes with insomnia and sometimes people have other comorbid conditions. I did get diagnosed with ADHD at another place but it was just a psychologist not a neuropsych eval. Also I'm very stereotypically autistic. I'm "female" and I'm "gifted" but there was no excuse for everyone to miss my autism as a child. To this day I spend hours a day rocking and humming and I have since I was little. Lots of other stereotypical activities. And I'm only 26, this wasn't like "a long time ago when it was harder to get diagnosed."

[@tiaryan1350]

I have 3 kids. One with adhd, and two with autism. I've always thought I was Adhd,....and so, here I am questioning my whole life, so I'm glad you documented these for others. Even though this is just autism. 💕

[@terriehumphries6028]

The fact that you talk non-stop (not being mean because you and I could run a muk if we got together) let's me know something is going on. Usually when there is mental illness in the family, there is Autism. My mother was Bi-polar. I have mental illness and they believe I am on the spectrum. Meds actually help me. I used to not be able to hold down a job and now I can and quite good at it. We should talk sometime. I stim, have excessive compulsive disorder, and talk like there is no tomorrow.

[@deliverhope2]

Yes!!!! Me too. I can talk and talk and talk. But if I’m tired or exhausted.... I sometimes can’t talk. I can’t fake it very well?

[@Nikki360PDX]

I was diagnosed with autism at the age of 24. I have also been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, auditory processing disorder and chronic depression. Once I was diagnosed with everything, it explained so much! I think it's important for everyone to understand themselves :)

[@angeltippit5579]

I'm here in Pinellas county. Support is none to little, as you know. When I first started watching you was when I found out my granddaughter is. Now I find out my Son 25 is. I'm wondering if my daughter, who is my granddaughter's mom. Now at 46, I finally found out that I am. I was shocked, but it helps me realize why i do the things I do. And I AM NURSE!!!

[@Kiddly3000]

I was diagnosed with autism when I was 24 along with other diagnoses all it did for me make me feel that I was not crazy

[@beetee4865]

I think it's great that you are delving into this. I'm a bit of a junkie for learning more out myself (good and bad), so if I felt like something was different about me in a different way, I would want to know if I could. I say good for you! Interesting that you mentioned things that fall under sensory issues and I have some of the same quirks (like only enjoying loud music/sounds if I'm the one controlling the volume and not liking water on my face). It never even occurred to me that those could be sensory-related.

[@lorettatheibert1663]

Hey I am 48 and sometimes people think I am on the spectrum.. I have a MS Ed and taught SpEd for about 17 years... I do not get people... I also have an extensive trauma history and complex PTSD may be more the correct diagnosis .... but I had one of my few "friends" take her name off my son's care provider list... without telling me.. I never really worked her but I still needed people on the list to show if something arose I would have coverage ... and I needed her name on the list.. and she did that to me .. :( very sad about it.. my reaction to this blow actually makes me think I am on the spectrum ... it should not be that big of a deal... I appreciate you blog on this subject. I too have been totally dismissed over concerns, nothing fully addressed.. :(

[@Rin_Evans]

TW: I feel comfortable sharing this with you, so I’m 23 and currently getting a diagnosis here in England and I had actually tried going to the doctors over my mental health from the age of 12 as was fully aware out of my friend group I just wasn’t seeing the world the same as everything else and that I couldn’t cope with certain situations, because I was different I had actually tried ending my life multiple times as I just couldn’t cope anymore, I still can’t, so it took 8 years of my doctors saying I was fine I’m just dyspraxic(diagnosed at age 6) it wasn’t till January this year that a doctor finally referred me to specialist, they tested me on things relevant to sensory issues and other things and with anything over 6 being considered autistic I scored a 9 and also scored a 9 for ADHD which I didn’t even realise, so now the test has been done I have to wait for my results to be sent to other professionals to officially give me the diagnosis which can take up to three years, I spent my entire childhood and teen life utterly hating myself and I still have issues with it I just wish someone would have actually listened to me.

[@ravenkitley7092]

I’m getting reevaluated and I was diagnosed with level two at 16

[@ravenkitley7092]

Stephanie I’m a big fan of you guys as a fellow autistic Come watch my channel I’ll review Fidget’s and toys for people with autism

[@jennysthriftedtreasures362]

You saying that you were diagnosed with bipolar disorder and dont believe that you actually are bipolar really got me thinking........ I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at age 21 after my father decided he didn't want to be married to my mom anymore (or with any woman for that matter). I spent 2 weeks in the psych unit then too. I have never felt that I am bipolar but didn't know how to explain how I felt/feel. I have always been a MAJOR sensory avoider. I absolutely hate wearing socks, don't like anybody to touch me for any reason, can't stand tags in my shirts, can't stand loud sounds/music unless I can control it, can't stand people chewing with their mouths open or smacking food/gum....ect.....and more I can't think of right now. I live in small town Kentucky where we don't even have an actual psychiatrist within 150 miles.... I see a counselor and a psych nurse practitioner but she won't change my meds, only change the dose. I really, truly feel that I am on the spectrum but don't know where to start because of the lack of resources here locally..... Oh, and the closest psychiatrist is in another state and I have Medicaid so I can't go there. I'm just about at my wits end and don't know what to do. I lost my mom in 2017 and just feel like my whole world has fallen apart and I just don't know where to go from here....

[@wolfieboi1109]

I'm a teenager, and I ha e never been evaluated for anything even though I want to. It's always been a long wait. But now cuz my fam is PCSing overseas they have to evaluate me and my siblings (and I'm happy about it) so that they can see we need to get signed for EFMP ( Exceptional Family Member Program ) that ig that's good

[@1Life2Live007]

Guess I have sensory sensitivity too. I’m the same way with the loudness. If I turn it up I’m okay. I also can’t stand a bag sound unless I’m the one doing it. Sometimes I don’t hear it. But sometimes it’s like overload in my brain. Smacking and chewing and all that I can’t take it.

[@janicemichaloski3319]

Stephanie thanks for sharing all of this it really helps others ❤️

[@amypearsall]

I have not been diagnosed, but might try to get an evaluation someday. I hadn't heard about the music volume before, but I can relate to that. I also suffer from insomnia; have my whole life. Who is the tiktok person you said you were going to put a link for?

[@faithandautism-myjourney264]

Thank you for putting into words what I struggled with.

[@thekathrynwest]

I was diagnosed with ADHD in high school and it’s common when you get diagnosed later on with ADHD that it could be autism presenting differently than the “typical” symptoms

[@aks7698]

Will Lonnie be evaluated too? You mentioned something about him having traits when you were waiting on your genetic results.

[@OurLANDingCrew8]

He has quirky traits but definitely not enough to warrant a diagnosis. I have pretty classic textbook traits. The traits he has are also explained by ADHD which he has

[@shellysmom7002]

I’m honestly starting to question about myself but, my daughter as well! She’s 5 and I’ve just noticed that in most of her pictures she’s not looking at the camera. The other day she told me mommy plz don’t put the tooth brush in my mouth I don’t like how it feels it’s too fast. She’s constantly asking for her “ soft” pants b/c buttons bug her and taking her hair down. She also REALLy likes unicorns .... I keep 2nd guessing myself b/c she’s pretty social. I had a conversation with my sons OT last week and she said it’s worth a eval. I’m calling the insurance company on Monday to request they find a provider for a full Psychological eval.

[@nicoledevine85]

Such good information! I feel like I developed sensory issues after I was pregnant, I hate when things are too loud, have times when I can’t stand being touched, and have a lot of food texture issues that started right when I got pregnant.

[@ditajean]

I was diagnosed with aspergers at 22. I was misdiagnosed with ADHD as a teenager. I don't know why they gave me that diagnosis because I have no signs of ADHD. I wish I had been diagnosed earlier so I could have had help in school.

[@margaretcapers2368]

I went through a nine hour neuropsychological evaluation at age 25 and was diagnosed as autistic and having NVLD.

[@hallymlet]

How did you go about getting a neuropsychological evaluation? Like what were the steps?

[@mimijulene6307]

Ally, you are evaluated by a PhD level neuropsychologist. They evaluate many domains, up to 8 different ones over a period of 8-9 hours. The results are explained to you and shared with you how you can accommodate in your daily life.

[@mimijulene6307]

Oh you call a university level psychology practice to find a neuropsychologist.

[@margaretcapers2368]

@@hallymlet for me i was apart of VESID for a " learning disability not other wise specified." which is basically what my school district gave me so they didnt have to pay for the evaluation..... a school psychologist had suggested i had NVLD on my IEP and I asked VESID what that meant and then i did research and found out NVLD is a neuroevelopmental disability that is associated with a variety of developmental disabilities ( i was pissed because no one told me).. instead it was just lightly put on my IEP.

[@reonnaf]

How did you find a therapist that specializes in females with autism?

[@ashleymartinez9635]

I'm considering getting an evaluation for myself as well. My 2 year old was diagnosed with ASD and expressive speech delay, in June. My 10 year old, was diagnosed with ADHD when he was 6, and I just received his diagnosis letter after his Autism evaluation. He has level 3 autism, and social anxiety disorder. He is verbal. He speaks similar to Noah, actually. He just doesn't really understand how some words are used, but that's another story. My daughter has serious sensory issues. She hasn't been diagnosed, but I haven't made the appointment for her evaluation because I'm just trying to figure out one at a time😩 My youngest brother is on the spectrum and so is my little sister. I'm wanting to do an evaluation for myself because it would make so much sense, but I'm scared 😩

[@DeborahAnnsuperversatile]

I always knew I was different. I am going to pursue diagnosis. I am 26 years old. I notice some things about my girl also, so plan on getting her checked also. It is hard because I have some people that don't know and think I am "normal," but I know now that I heavily mask around certain people so that is probably why.

[@robinnichole913]

I’ve been diagnosed with bipolar 1 and c-ptsd and I noticed finding personal connections to each of the behaviors that made you start to wonder if you were on the spectrum... I feel like a lot of these behaviors also go in sync with c-ptsd and trauma... but now I have this weird feeling.. 👀

[@natalielucille6800]

I love Paige Layle on tik tok! She is a autistic adult women and her videos are so educational and good to watch!

[@OurLANDingCrew8]

I love her TikTok as well ❤️

[@frodolover58]

Bipolar disorder (or any dx for that matter) should never just be slapped on someone. I’m a therapist and that’s a heavy dx due to medications involved, stigma, etc. Ridiculous.

[@OurLANDingCrew8]

Agreed.

[@emmamays]

I’ve been wanting to get diagnosed since I was 12. I’m now 17 as still want that diagnosis but every time I’ve asked my parents have refused to take me. I know I 100% have a sensory disorder but not the full diagnosis. I’m hoping to try when I’m 18-22 and go to the doctors on my own.

[@caitlinlyons8376]

I was diagnosed at 23 years old and it was a huge relief.

[@yvonnemclaughlin4324]

Stephanie are you kidding me? You are the most amazing woman I know of. You should get an award 🥇

[@jvance6]

I'm glad you are taking care of yourself.

[@alookinsideablindlife5143]

Praying for you you are so strong !!!

[@introvertednotsoyoutuber6126]

Love you Steph! You’re the best!

[@prettyfar33]

You have 6 kids...you did NOT repel him too much!!! LOL!!!

[@OurLANDingCrew8]

😳🤔

[@christygalyon4049]

Love you, Steph!!

[@Cann856]

The whole pretending everything is ok is very exhausting

[@DeborahAnnsuperversatile]

Yes. Very very true. I do that for weeks on end and then tend to crash.

[@OurLANDingCrew8]

Soooo exhausting.

[@amandaroselalagos5429]

I’ve never been evaluated but I have a fabric issue where I don’t like the feel of jeans or when people scratch them. Then sound gives me goosebumps. And the fabric of thick towels or towels in general I am getting goosebumps typing this!!! Dish towels too. And the corners of each towel has that bump part of the towel that I think seals it? I don’t know but it makes me get goosebumps touch it our scratching or touching it. Would this be a sensory issue?

[@callmescout5831]

I was just diagnosed on September 3rd :)

[@OurLANDingCrew8]

Congrats!

[@callmescout5831]

Our LANDing Crew ❤️❤️❤️ it made everything in my Life make so much more sense!!!

[@emmamaclean737]

I was diagnosed bipolar in my 30s because their is a strong bipolar family trait but medication never helped and I dont relate to most symptoms when my children was diagnosed with autism I clicked all the traits I would like a diagnosis to validate that I'm not crazy and like you understand myself. Though I'm not shore my parents would help me obtain an assessment with their knowledge so at present I'm self diagnosed

[@nicetomeecha]

Do you have any advice on getting a partner to understand that me not wanting intimate touch isn’t personal? I’m having him have trouble accepting an autism diagnosis in general because he just doesn’t understand it as much as I do. And it’s hard for me to articulate what I feel because obviously I have struggles with interpersonal communication.

[@niamhrose4335]

First comment love your vlogs

[@specialmomclub2627]

Do what you feel you need to do for YOU

[@bookraccoon]

Wait, reenacting scenes from tv isn't typical behaviour...?

[@OurLANDingCrew8]

No 🤣 it’s normal for a child to take a favorite show or movie and do imaginary play with it. But Noah (and myself) would take a shoe and re-enact exact scenes as that doesn’t take imagination but you get to be in it and relive it.

[@GroundhogBaby]

There are several ADHD medications that are not stimulants, so why didn't you Dr put you on one of those. That is what they usually use for adults anyway.

[@OurLANDingCrew8]

Because they refused to acknowledge I even had ADHD. She said it was all just my bipolar so I took it at face value and believed her and never really questioned it.

[@InspirationEmPire25]

I would like to get evaluated for autism but I dont have the money. I'm in Canada

[@whitneyscivally5151]

I just turned 21 in Jan and the last 3 months I have been looking in to me having aspergers syndrome and it would make sense about my childhood

[@whitneyscivally5151]

Like I was told I have bipolar disorder cause my mom had it too but meds don't work for me so like I love that u r sharing this with us

[@LaurenMca]

I’m 26 I was diagnosed with autism at 14.

[@rachelbard4985]

Who was the TikToker you mentioned? I don't see her linked anywhere...

[@OurLANDingCrew8]

It’s in the description

[@ratzwilson6101]

I'm getting evaluated soon too!

[@kaylapugh9622]

I requested one from my doctor due to not really getting a diagnosis of my disability all we’ve been told is a learning disability but I want to know what my full disability is I have adhd and add

[@emmamorrell3965]

I have very high sensory issue just like you I don’t understand what you are saying

[@jlcollins7673]

How long does an evaluation take? I've been sort of waiting to hear about it....

[@OurLANDingCrew8]

Every evaluation will be different but mine was about 8-9 hours spread out

[@kellie7676]

im 17 and want to get evaluated but idk where to start

[@abbyallgood9375]

Most of us are like this in certain ways... It's called being human right?

[@OurLANDingCrew8]

No, most people don’t have all of them together. It’s insulting and minimizing to say “oh well I struggle with that one thing so ALL your struggles are invalid” and you would never understand unless you went through it and that’s OKAY. That’s not your fault but just disregarding it is not okay. This was a video where I summed up a few things, not everything.

[@abbyallgood9375]

All I meant was just what you replied

[@callmescout5831]

I sooo understand!

[@amyhamilton838]

What was the ladies TikTok?

[@GroundhogBaby]

I'm here first 😁.

[@jakeilysworld9113]

What is the lady tiktok name ?

[@GroundhogBaby]

Do Lonnie Jr. and Danielle also have the chromosomal abnormality?

[@OurLANDingCrew8]

We are still waiting to send it in.

[@christinab.2864]

What is mania?

[@christinab.2864]

I wouldn’t want to go re-eval unless I medically have to. To be told it went from Asperger’s to this level 3 trash would be like cancer.

[@JaiJai988]

Sometimes I wonder if I’m on the spectrum

[@bookraccoon]

Sometimes when Stephanie stays something, like the tv reenactment thing or getting energy out, I kinda give her a look then go "nah, no way"

[@amberpixie7586]

Alot of bipolar can be misdiagnosed as adhd

[@amberpixie7586]

Also adhd can be induced by trauma

[@amberpixie7586]

And adhd can cause sensory issues

[@OurLANDingCrew8]

I was already diagnosed as ADHD as a child. ADHD doesn’t cause sensory issues but you can have sensory issues and it not be autism but for me I have all of the classic autistic traits.

[@leslieholland7843]

You sure don't look 34, you must be hiding wrinkles somewhere other than on your face! Cute headband. You look a lot happier these days.

[@ellenreed9705]

Sweet lady