I'm not one to worry about offensive language, but thanks for the warning. And thanks for the link; I collect blogs and sit down for marathon reading sessions on occasion.

The interesting thing that I've heard that sticks with me most is that, even though that amount of people probably do have some level of SPD, it's really not a big deal in most of their lives. People only really seek out therapy for it if it is disrupting their lives. And since I have many friends who have some level of SPD (we seem to flock, lol), I sometimes have to remind them that awareness is more important than anything else if it's a minor issue in their lives. I mean, if it's not causing major havoc, then being aware it could be an issue is usually more than enough to head off problems. Some people get all worried and worked up if they think they have a diagnosis, thinking that it means they need this and that. When I tell them that it doesn't make them any more or less quirky than they have been their whole lives, it's somewhat of a bizarre relief. lol But for those of us who can't deal without serious focus and awareness and, yes, therapy, it's worth having a diagnosis to help you out.

Sorry, might have gone a little off track there. I had a friend recently who was freaked out when I explained exactly why her son was afraid of high ceilings, and she was worried that being diagnosed meant that he would need so much more help. Since she's already helping him by getting tagless clothes, seamless socks, and helping him deal with his (minor) stimming behaviors, I told her she was already on track. She seemed pretty relieved that she was doing the right things.