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After diagnosis, what’s next?

Roy

I was diagnosed with autism about a month ago, I was asked if I wanted counselling but was also told that the waiting list is very long. I now have a leaflet but just seem to be at a loss as to being able to move forward.

I can see on the NHS app that my GP has received my report and a member of the clerical staff has filed it in my records. I don’t know if anyone has even read it. I thought the GP might have asked me in to discuss the future and basically how I’m getting on.

What advice has anyone else received?

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  • There wasn't any support after diagnosis. I could've done with some though as I didn't come to the realisation myself that I had it like many others I've read about on here. It was suggested that I should be assessed by a mental health practitioner who assessed me for anxiety issues. I didn't really know anything about autism. I had the assessment, I was diagnosed and that was it. I was very unsettled/ scared and upset initially because I didn't really understand anything about it (and noone explained what it meant). I decided to pay for private therapy because I tried through the NHS and the lady said she didn't have much experience with neurodiversity. Though expensive, private therapy has been invaluable for me. 

  • in reply to Cheddd

    My (private) report says I should have some therapy to come to terms with the diagnosis.

    It also recommends some therapy for my emotional issues since I bond to the therapists and feel abandoned when they stop. I struggled to walk away from the assessment sessions.

    I'm on my own not because I don't need someone, but because I need someone too much. I assumed I was just too romantic but it seems to be childhood issues.

    Anyhow this would all need to be private I think. I can't see the NHS helping.

    My GP offered to look at my report.

  • in reply to Stuart333

    Unfortunately I think neurodiverse or neurotypical, mental health isn't a priority for the NHS. Though we're very lucky to have such a health service and they do an amazing job in many respects, some areas don't get captured and/ or funded as well. 

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