It's official...sort of?

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I feel a little stupid posting this, because this was covered nearly to a 'T' in a post by JasonWilkes
re legitimate diagnosis, but here goes.
I just got my officially unofficial diagnosis, as the doctor told me I fit the "Asperger's" profile, but don't want therapy, and refuse medications, so no official diagnosis would be forthcoming.

I mentioned that there was impairment. As 2ukenkerl mentioned he had done on that thread, I have organized my life around my impairment(s). I was asked if I wanted to pursue any therapy, and I had already decided that undoing my organization would be too upsetting, so refused.

So where does this leave me? I have an answer that makes my life in retrospect make some sense, and now my ex will listen and get my son tested. As for me, I will keep being like I am. I am learning a lot from this site and from all of you out there, and it helps me greatly.

Thank you all very much.

I used to think that the psychiatrist determined impairment on some standard. Maybe the determine it based on your own comfort. The lack of your official diagnosis would then make sense. They don't feel you're impairment is clinically significant because you aren't seeking actual help!

The ironic thing, that makes it a catch22, is that help is not sought because we are so certain none will be ever found.

"Officially unofficial."

The important thing, I guess, is that knowing you fit the profile will assist you in fine-tuning those adjustments and coping strategies. Strategies which you, to your credit, have come up with yourself.

Good for you, and best of luck with your son.

Completely off-topic.... but I love your icon... it gave me a good chuckle.

Thank you.

The fact that you know you fit the criteria can itself be a relief, you know why you are the way you are; you dont necessarily need therapy or medical interventions, but you still have the condition, it does not make your diagnosis any less valid