Hi, I haven't posted on here before but was hoping to get some advice if anyone can help. My DS is 2.5 and we have suspected for a few months now he is on the autism spectrum. The HV team and SLT are monitoring him at the moment and I have met with them on various occasions since the beginning of the year. They definitely understand my concerns but I feel there is some reluctance to refer him to a pediatrician for their assessment with a view to getting a diagnosis. Has anyone with a child with ASD come up against this? How long between you raising concerns and seeing a pediatrician? Did you have to push hard for this? Did the HV or GP refer? Any other thoughts welcome. I just feel a bit lost at the moment and although I don't want to rush things keep reading that in some cases an early diagnosis and support can be helpful. Sorry for the ramble!
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AnnaAsh · 28/06/2016 20:38
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