How long to wait for NHS assment?

Hi just over a year ago I went to my GP and said I think I am autistic and I want a professional assment. She agreed and refered me to who ever. I last asked about this in around October and was told that there was a note on my file aknowleging the request and they would be in touch is they felt I should have an assment. I know things ahve been difficult reciently but is this normal? Maybe because I have got to 51 they feel I don't need an assment? I have been very fragile since my dad died in April and have been on anti-depressants for months.  Anybody had recient experiences of NHS diagnosis?

thanks

Rob

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  • Thanks for the comments, I think I shall leave it a few months before chasing it up. It has been a tough time for everybody but what I really want is to talk to a professional on how this may effect me going forward. I am furloughed from work but worried about coping when i do go back full time. I reciently passed up a new job as I didn't think I could cope with the change at the moment. Just dont want to get to a years time and find out I have to apply again and go back to the bottom of the list. take care all. 

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  • Thanks for the comments, I think I shall leave it a few months before chasing it up. It has been a tough time for everybody but what I really want is to talk to a professional on how this may effect me going forward. I am furloughed from work but worried about coping when i do go back full time. I reciently passed up a new job as I didn't think I could cope with the change at the moment. Just dont want to get to a years time and find out I have to apply again and go back to the bottom of the list. take care all. 

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