Self Diagnosis: Do I Have ADHD? Do I Have Autism?
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghApril 25, 2024 ADHD, ADHD / ADD, ADHD in women, adhd testing, ASD, ASDs, autism, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum disorders, do i have adhd, do i have autism, neurodivergence, neurodiversity, neurotypical, self diagnosis, self-diagnosis0 comments
Self Diagnosis: Do I Have ADHD? Do I Have Autism?
In recent years, there has been a notable rise in the diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Concurrently there has been a significant increase in Google Searches for “Do I Have Autism?” and “Do I Have ADHD?”.
“Do I have ADHD” Google...Learn MoreIs Neurodivergence a Disability?
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghMarch 26, 2024 ADHD, ASD, ASDs, autism, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum disorders, disability, neurodivergence, neurodiversity, neurodiversity affirming therapy, neurotypical, obsessive compulsive disorder, OCD0 comments
Is Neurodivergence a Disability?
The short answer is, the experiences of neurodivergence can be disabling, but they are not disabling for everyone with related diagnoses/symptoms. It is important to note that Disability is a medical and governmental term that comes with specific criteria and limitations for recognition – rather than being a diagnosis, it is...Learn More