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So, apparently I don't have Autism

stranger

I was told this morning that I don't have Autism, I shouldn't be attending the Autism group (apparently, only people with a diagnosis can attend these - not what I've been told by the branch officer) and counselling will solve everything.

The person who told me this, hardly knows me and claims it's self esteem and confidence that need sorting out.

She's meant to be disability support.

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  • stranger said:

    The closest that will accept me is 3 hours by train. Did that journey last week and it was hell.

    There's no point me going to the mental health team when it's sod all to do with my mental health.

    They can come to you, my autism does not allow me to make long journeys. The diagnosis centre will understand, this could be a sign of autism to them. At the end of the day if you wish clarity, the GP only has an opinion he is not an expert, you should ask him to refer you, I am sure he will. Maybe the austerity cuts are taking place in your group and it is hardline policy of no papers no enter now.  

     

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  • stranger said:

    The closest that will accept me is 3 hours by train. Did that journey last week and it was hell.

    There's no point me going to the mental health team when it's sod all to do with my mental health.

    They can come to you, my autism does not allow me to make long journeys. The diagnosis centre will understand, this could be a sign of autism to them. At the end of the day if you wish clarity, the GP only has an opinion he is not an expert, you should ask him to refer you, I am sure he will. Maybe the austerity cuts are taking place in your group and it is hardline policy of no papers no enter now.  

     

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