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What should I expect from my adult autism assessment?

SW2000

Hello,
I recently had a phone appointment with my GP because I’ve been having some issues with anxiety. During the call, she asked me about things like friendships, eye contact, and how I feel in social situations. After talking with me for a while, she suggested that I might benefit from being screened or evaluated for autism.

Since then, I’ve been reading up on the symptoms, and I feel like a lot of them do apply to me (though I will wait to see what the doctor says first).

I’m a 24-year-old male, and I have my initial appointment booked for later this month. I just wanted to ask what I can expect during the assessment? I think knowing what might happen would help reduce some of the anxiety. (No details are required, just an overall summary of what i can expect)

If anyone is willing to share their experience, I’d really appreciate it.

Thank you in advance.

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  • Hello. I'm new here and recently diagnosed with ASD. I was so worried about my assessment because I wasn't sure what I would have to say or do but actually it wasn't nearly as bad as I thought it would be! A lot of it was them talking and they were really patient and understanding. They didn't rush me and they were more than happy that I had written a lot down as I find talking so uncomfortable.

    Mostly they asked me about my childhood, what I was like, what I did, how was school for me, did I have any friends. It was a bit like filling in a questionnaire about myself. My mum was kind of enough to come with me and she was a big help as she was able to tell them about me as a child and how I am now. 

    I know it sounds like it'll be a lot of stress but believe me it actually isn't that bad. Stay calm and stay positive. You'll be absolutely fine! Slight smile

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  • Hello. I'm new here and recently diagnosed with ASD. I was so worried about my assessment because I wasn't sure what I would have to say or do but actually it wasn't nearly as bad as I thought it would be! A lot of it was them talking and they were really patient and understanding. They didn't rush me and they were more than happy that I had written a lot down as I find talking so uncomfortable.

    Mostly they asked me about my childhood, what I was like, what I did, how was school for me, did I have any friends. It was a bit like filling in a questionnaire about myself. My mum was kind of enough to come with me and she was a big help as she was able to tell them about me as a child and how I am now. 

    I know it sounds like it'll be a lot of stress but believe me it actually isn't that bad. Stay calm and stay positive. You'll be absolutely fine! Slight smile

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