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Private diagnosis?

NAS95924

Hi All

This is my first post. My nephew is on the ASD pathway and the most recent letter is that there is still a 2-3 year wait. He attempted his life last week and fortunately is physically ok. As he turns 18 soon, he has been left with zero support. I cannot seem to get a clear answer on if we should explore a private diagnosis. I've spoken to the Community Paedrtric team today who have confirmed that he will remain on the list he is on despite his age, and a suicide attempt is not grounds for pushing further up the list, that they cannot advise on private diagnosis, and do not have an NHS approved list of practitioners, and that any mediation required as a result of a private diagnosis would have to be paid for privately (i.e. no NHS prescriptions).

It's an absolute minefield to navigate and I feel hopeless in being able to support my family.

Any advice very welcome.

Thankyou

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  • I was told by a GP that even if I got a formal autism diagnosis, I would not get any support. However, treatment for mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, suicidal feelings, etc. should be available without such a diagnosis. I expect that there is a wait for NHS therapy sessions, but a GP should still prescribe antidepressant or anti anxiety medication.

    I hope things improve.

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  • I was told by a GP that even if I got a formal autism diagnosis, I would not get any support. However, treatment for mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, suicidal feelings, etc. should be available without such a diagnosis. I expect that there is a wait for NHS therapy sessions, but a GP should still prescribe antidepressant or anti anxiety medication.

    I hope things improve.

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