Published on 12, July, 2020
I have always struggled with daily life and have come to realise that maybe something is not quite right with me. I have been looking on the internet and it appears that I have a lot of autistic characteristics. I have done an online test and scored 41 out of 50.
My GP surgery have agreed to refer me on so I can be assessed for autism. I don't know if I'm autistic but its a case of needing to start somewhere on this journey. I have also thought that it might be depression, OCD or a combination of things.
Probably not giving you a lot to go on but just wanted to get the post up and running. Any questions please ask.
I'm looking for any thoughts, tips, help, ideas on where to go next.
I'm 50 and male by the way.
Cheers
Mark
Hi Mark
I'm 43 and my doctor has just referred me. I did a lot of reading about the subject. If you can, I do recommend reading Tony Attwood as a good way of understanding the mechanics of the condition and also there are many adults here who can identify with your situation as well as the potentially other comorbid conditions associated with ASC.
http://www.autismforthvalley.co.uk/files/5314/4595/7798/Attwood-Tony-The-Complete-Guide-to-Aspergers-Syndrome.pdf
Don't be afraid to ask questions... :)
Thanks for replying.
Interested to know what made you ask for a referral at 43 and how receptive they were in the surgery