(un)Natural Communication

The miscommunications between the patient and provider can result in misdiagnosis and subsequent inadequate treatment. This can manifest by being diagnosed with mental illnesses and/or conditions you do not have, behavior surrounding social cues being interpreted as rude or disinterested, and frustration by both parties. Many adults on the spectrum have reported difficulties getting a diagnosis in the first place- let alone going forward and being taken seriously as a patient. This misinterpretation by healthcare professionals greatly complicates the process of getting the care you need.