Hi everyone,
I recently received an Autism diagnosis referral from my local GP in Lambeth (well, the referral was made at the beginning January) and after hearing nothing subsequent to the referral followed this up with the GP surgery only to receive a text message this morning stating;
'Please be aware that the National Adult ADHD and ASD Clinic and Psychology Service is temporarily closed to new National referrals. Unfortunately we cannot accept this referral as it was received during this period, it will not be processed or kept on file'
This is extremely frustrating. Has anyone else heard about this? Is their an alternative pathway for diagnosis that I can pursue via my GP/the NHS? I've recently moved to Merton, Surrey but have kept the same GP in Lambeth, would be a good idea to switch GPs to this borough as they may have a different referral process?
Any advice or info is greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Daniel
