The medical term for this kind of incidence is a 'co-morbid', but this isn't particularly popular with many people for quite obvious reasons. Morbidity tends to be something which isn't particularly sought after, a bit like the term 'morbidly obese'. Anyway, 'related condition' sounds much better. I recall the first time I became depressed - I was about nine-years-old at the time and it occurred just after Christmas when I'd been suffering from a chest infection. It was pretty horrible.
Yes, depression or clinical depression if you want to be 100% accurate. I think this is why many people with Autism/AS tend to be mis-diagnosed with bipolar disorder or other conditions such as Borderline Personality Disorder or BPD, although that moniker tends to make me think of Madonna's early 80s hit. I think it's mostly because an Aspie's world is a confusing one and trying to confirm to what many may call a 'social norm' is difficult and incredibly draining. I also believe that the onset of autumn makes me topple into Seasonally Affected Disorder (SAD). Hey ho - plenty of walking around outside for me tomorrow.
I tend to get SAD around this time of year yet as I loathe the hot summer days, it is something of a relief too.
ReplyDeleteI don't mind a bit of sun, but hot spells are a little overwhelming, especially in London. I must dig out my light box. ..
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