ParentsCN: Diagnosis
My teen was just diagnosed—they're refusing to accept it
maya~
1mo ago
Diagnosis: autism. Teen's reaction: 'I'm not autistic,' 'Everyone's a little autistic,' 'This label is stupid.' They're rejecting the diagnosis and me for suggesting it helps.
They have proof they're neurodivergent but won't claim it.
How do you support a teen who won't accept their own diagnosis?