• Replies 10 replies
  • Subscribers 84 subscribers
  • Views 5254 views
  • Users 0 members are here
Options
Related
Hints and tips
  • To quote someone's message, first select/highlight the relevant text, and then use the Quote button that appears
  • To "mention" someone, type @ followed by the start of the forum name, and choose from the list; that person will get a notification of being mentioned

Advice on getting a late diagnosis?

MB91

Hi all,

I was wondering if anybody has any advice on getting a late diagnosis? 

I was told by the family doctor at age 12 that I was most likely autistic and it was suggested my mother take me to have another assement, unfortunately I was already at this stage quite perturbed by doctors and other professionals in general and outright refused as I had seen many throughout the years and had decided myself to just act "normal" and attempt to mask my behaviours. 

I have only been to see a doctor a handful of times since then and have never mentioned anything to do with my mental health or the difficulties I face day to day.

I am now 27 years old and feel as though I may benefit from having my condition diagnosed but over the years have developed an almost fear-like response where doctors are concerned. 

My question is, how do I raise this subject with my doctor? or can I arrange to see a psychologist myself?

Note: I cant afford to go private as I don't currently work

Sorry for the long winded post & Thanks in advance for any help or advice.

Parents Reply Children
  • in reply to Bagpuss7

    Thankyou for your reply and suggestions, I have done some research over the years and have taken a few tests either online or printed which are similar to the AQ10 which you recommended but I find these quite difficult to answer as I tend to over think the question.

    Ive just taken the test and scored an 8 I then read through some of the site and though im a male have found it very relatable, thanks again for suggesting it to me.