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ASD diagnosis

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MoreLettuce · 22/08/2022 19:30

Ive made the decision to go private to see if I am on the autistic spectrum. The NHS waiting list is all too long and I feel ready to do this. It will answer a lot of my questions about myself and the struggles I have.
Can anyone tell me what to expect?

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BoardLikeAMirror · 23/08/2022 20:26

Mine consisted of, first, filling in a detailed 'developmental history' questionnaire which spanned my life experiences from birth - even before birth, actually, as there was a question about my mum's pregnancy. It took me about three weeks to complete it (doing bits at a time) as I wanted to make sure it was as accurate as possible, and included a good range of examples that were relevant.

This was followed by a face-to-face interview with two psychiatrists who asked me questions using the questionnaire as a starting point, mainly around how my life was impacted by the traits and so on that I had described.

I was relieved that there was no role-playing or anything like that! It was just talking.

At the end of the interview I was given a diagnosis of Autism, and then they took time to point me to resources and support; they also checked whether I wanted the diagnosis to be shared with my GP.

There was a waiting list even though I was going private, of around three months.- the service I used also does NHS diagnoses.

I'd suggest taking time to 'shop around' and look at how accessible websites are; and how helpful they are if you phone them, to make sure you are choosing a service that is right for you personally.

Wishing you the best in your route to diagnosis, @MoreLettuce

MoreLettuce · 23/08/2022 21:13

@BoardLikeAMirror Thanks for your reply, it’s very helpful. I was wondering about if my GP had to be informed, so I’m relieved to hear it’s an option.
I know I have to do something otherwise I’m never going to find out for once and for all.

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