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The original was posted on /r/autism by /u/Nymyane_Aqua on 2024-04-08 21:13:02.

Hi all, I’m feeling really upset. I’ve struggled with attention issues for years and finally had an evaluation today to get an ADHD diagnosis (I was on a waitlist for six months!) so I could start some medication to get my life in order. Whelp, the psychiatrist said I exhibit every ADHD symptom but then diagnosed me with autism, which won’t allow me to get any medications because my office only prescribed those meds with very specific diagnoses.

I’m so frustrated. The autism diagnosis makes sense and I’m not upset with it because I have it, I’m just so frustrated that I’m now barred from getting the medications I need and have been told WILL help me.

Has anyone dealt with this before? I feel so lost and alone.