Drawbacks of diagnosis

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Some places restrict the rights of formally diagnosed autistics. This article is meant to list those places and give details.

New Zealand

If you have high support requirements, this will likely affect your ability to migrate to New Zealand.[1][2][3] In particular, those with chronic health issues, including severe developmental disorders, will be considered to have an "unacceptable standard of health" if their condition is predicted to cost the healthcare system >$41k NZD[1]. The calculation of this number does not take into account the individual's ability to pay for care through the private health system[1], and so cannot be circumvented through private wealth. Autistic children are additionally assessed for their likelihood of accessing New Zealand's special education services; again, the ability to access private health services is not taken into account[1].

UK

Those with "learning disabilities" including Autism and Down Syndrome were either given[4][5] or offered[6] "Do not resuscitate" orders during the first and second COVID waves.

United States

Illinois

There is a "special needs database"[7] that, while it may be helpful in some cases (such as if a minimally-speaking child disappears), others may not want to be included in such a database.

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