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AQ 10

NAS80814

Hi all 

So bit of background, got two kids both diagnosed with autism, also have a 3rd who is showing signs and will be possibly be assessed relatively soon as well. 

I'm in my 40's now but have had issues with various things my whole life that was put down to depression, anxiety etc

More I look at them though the more I'm convinced it's autism on some scale

I spoke to the GP and reluctantly they gave me a AQ 10 test (I'm in Scotland, I'm not sure if this standard or not) 

I scored a 5, test has been handed back to the GP and I'm awaiting a call. 

My understanding is it's usually a 6 or above to highlight autism so I'm concerned I'm just going to get shut down on this, if this happens does anyone know of this could be disputed or if there's other avenues that can be taken 

I would really love to get some answers and some help and even though I'm in my forties I think it would still help me understand me a bit better. 

Thanks all

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  • in reply to NAS80857

    Hi , thanks to you who took the time to reply, as I thought the GP has shut me down, I need to phone and make another appointment to discuss. 

    With reference to private assessment I found the site Connect to Autism, whilst expensive I was somewhat encouraged that they deal with a lot of adult cases, has anyone used their services??

    I will keep you update about the next GP appointment and will definitely need to have a strong case researched and rehearsed for it going forward. 

    Thanks again ThumbsupKissing heart