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Chronic Depression (self.autism)
submitted 2 years ago by Mugmoor to c/[email protected]
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I was recently diagnosed with Chornic Depression, and one of the things my doctor mentioned is that Adult Men with Autism (me) are at a much higher risk for Depression.

I made this thread for two reasons:

  1. How many of you are in the same boat? I'm not medicated yet, but I'll be having a meeting with my GP today to discuss options. I'm curious what other's experiences have been like. What medications worked for you? Which ones were awful?

  2. Awareness. I have a feeling this is known to most of you, but if you're struggling and haven't considered that Depression may be at play, it's something to consider. I wasn't suicidal, but was getting close. I don't want to see any of you go through that, or worse.

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[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Hope it work out well for you, and kudos to taking steps in dealing with it. I can't say I know how you feel, but have gone through bouts of depression and it was truly a shitty time in my life, but I got out and never want to go back in. But who knows what life has for us ahead.

TIL that adult men with autism are at higher risk for depression. Were you recently diagnosed with autism, or were you diagnosed at a younger age?

[โ€“] Mugmoor 1 points 2 years ago

My Psychiatrist can't diagnose ASD, but has made it clear he's confident I would have a positive diagnosis. I've been referred to an ASD Clinic but the wait list is 3 years. Ontario is a hellhole for ASD care.

My son was diagnosed a few years ago, and going through all that with him was very eye-opening. My family always suspected I was autistic, but back in the 90's people didn't take it as seriously and my family also is old-school British in that they just ignore their problems. Keep a stiff upper lip, as they say. Thankfully they're being much more understanding with my son.