Published on 12, July, 2020
I have recently asked my GP to refer me for an assessment for autism. As I’ve discovered some traits that were autistic. Especially when I was younger. I got my medical notes from birth to 2016. the signs were right there when I was younger, all through growing up to now and not one person (teachers, doctors, therapists) have said anything or recognised anything. I know I am a girl and I know that sometimes girls get lost in the system because we don’t present ourselves as “autistic” like boys present themselves.
So, is it ok to say I’m autistic, while I am waiting for a referral?
it depends...if it has a consequence or effect, then you may be asked to prove it.... such as telling a boss you are autistic, they wont just take that, they will ask for documentation. it is best to say that you are in a referral que for a assessment for autism. that way you told them the absolute truth... and you also still get some sort of pre-protection for it on a que. i believe this is the better way and it is a way that i used myself with my boss which i didnt even want to do but they really did pressure me forcing me to reveal it earlier than i wanted.