I hate being neurodivergent.

Hello. This is the second post I've made today.

I know I am neurodivergent despite my parents being reluctant to give me a diagnosis (& due to a neurological disability which would be a integral factor), but I did have some help and therapy on things like speech and language, which still occur to this day, and it seems to have gotten worse. I can never communicate with people effectively, and I am rubbish at expressing my thoughts in words, especially when it comes to stuff like creative writing. I can never think ahead, and this is making me so mad. I can never be able to say what I can because of my impediment, and the same with writing. I hope it gets better though.

Reply 1

SomeonesDad

It's not really down to your parents to "give" you such a diagnosis.
Have you spoken with any professionals?
A confidential conversation with a GP might be a good place to start or check to see if you have a local Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service - CAMHS. These will be staffed by people who know what their talking about and what support they can offer you. You ought to be able to self-refer but there is likely to be a bit of a waiting list.
Best wishes for your journey

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Reply 2

shirokuro3

Just as SomeonesDad suggested, if you're under 18 definitely try and get referred to CAMHS. I know they get a bad rep but I personally had a good experience with them, and that's the best way to get assessed for neurodivergence for free. Either see your GP or talk to your school's SENCo. Wish you the best.