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self-diagnosis

[ self-dahy-uhg-noh-sis ]

noun

, plural self-di·ag·no·ses [self, -dahy-, uh, g-, noh, -seez].
  1. the diagnosis of one's own malady or illness.
  2. the capability of an electronic system to detect and analyze an error or malfunction within itself.


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Other Words From

  • self-diag·nosing adjective
  • self-di·ag·nos·tic [self, -dahy-, uh, g-, nos, -tik], adjective
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Example Sentences

Her self-diagnosis was confirmed by Mr Anderson after she had been bedbound for more than a year, receiving "absolutely no help".

From BBC

For our third and final piece in our series on neurodivergence, we’ll explore what people stand to gain through self-diagnosis, criticism that’s been leveled at people who’ve chosen to do so, and when it may be necessary to seek a professional assessment.

"As for assessing whether you or someone you know is autistic, this is great to keep in mind since no diagnosis or group of people is a monolith. You know yourself. Having a diagnosis or seeking one, or even self-diagnosis, can be a very valuable discovery and tool in your own self-concept and growth. But a formal diagnosis goes much further when it comes to protection under the law."

From Salon

"Having a diagnosis or seeking one, or even self-diagnosis, can be a very valuable discovery and tool in your own self-concept and growth."

From Salon

Self-diagnosis, though appealing, is hard to do objectively.

From Salon

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