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Where can I find information, on how an Autism Diagnosis, will affect me legally? (lemmy.world)
submitted 10 months ago* (last edited 10 months ago) by cogitoprinciple@lemmy.world to c/autism@lemmy.world
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I recently discovered, that this could create some issues for me. I want to get diagnosed, but I'm concerned about how it will affect me in a legal sense. I was wondering if there's a way, I can find out that information?

Edit: I am from Australia Currently, as it stands, retaining my drivers license post diagnosis, demands that I disclose my diagnosis, and do another test to prove I am fit to drive. This test costs $1,500. I have already started my assessment, and am doing my second session soon. I don't want to not go through with it, because it is valuable to know for sure, that I am autistic. It may also give me accommodations, but it may be difficult to get depending on my support needs.

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[–] markhepburn@programming.dev 15 points 10 months ago (1 children)

Some additional context: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-11-20/autism-driving-licences-new-standards/103108100

[–] CopernicusQwark@lemmy.world 5 points 10 months ago (2 children)

I read that the other day, and it's such bullshit. All that should matter is that you can pass the test.

My wife has been officially diagnosed for about 18 months now, and while we've talked about getting me formally diagnosed we've now decided there's no upside to me getting it since I pass as NT there's so much stigma to deal with that it's just not worth it.

[–] SuddenDownpour@sh.itjust.works 3 points 9 months ago

I'm diagnosed as Aspergers and I had no issue getting my driver's license. Why? Because I didn't mention it. The practical test instructor was somewhat nervous that I was adjusted to the speed limit and never went a little bit faster, but ultimately congratulated me on paying so much attention to all angles and directions. I met a woman recently whose boyfriend (also diagnosed as Aspergers) tried to get the license and wasn't even allowed to take the practical test.