• HugeNerd@lemmy.ca
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    22 hours ago

    Reading self-diagnosis checklists and articles (for entertainment purposes only, don’t self-diagnose, etc), I see an enormous overlap between ADHD symptoms and autism.

    What would make the distinction?

    • Treble@lemmy.blahaj.zone
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      20 hours ago

      …worth noting, 40-70% of patients with autism experience significant symptoms of adhd. source*

      *am unfamiliar w/ this institution or their services, but the info seemed good >.<

    • ayyy@sh.itjust.works
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      21 hours ago

      It’s very challenging. It mostly comes down to which symptoms in the constellation are having the largest negative impact to the life of the person, as well as how they respond to different treatments. You really need the help of a doctor to navigate the whole situation.