currently going through an assessment for autism advice what can you do while waiting

The number one piece of advice I can give is do not dwell on it.  The waiting list can be a fickle thing.  I was on it for three years before I got my assessment.  I've heard it's something of a regional lottery here in the UK.  I had one initial assessment that was supposed to by via webcam, but I didn't have one and so it was a phone appointment.  The follow-up was several months later, by which time I'd bought a webcam.

All I can say is take it easy.  Don't work yourself up by thinking what they might ask you, what they might not ask you, whether you'll get through any tests they throw at you.  Just take a deep breath and relax.  I was stressed going into my assessment (I had the DISCO) but the nurse was amazing.  She was very kind and asked the questions in such a way that the conversation that ensued was both natural and, probably, the longest "real" conversation I've ever had with anyone.

Autism assessors are not there to trip you up or "weed people out".  They're medical professionals and they're good, decent people.  On the day you have your assessment don't try to be anyone else but your real, honest self.

It'll be okay, trust me.

Yeah they are suggesting over 2 year wait for the assessment for me. Thanks for letting me know your expirence. Also I appreciate the advice and it helps to know what the assessors are like.

Yeah they are suggesting over 2 year wait for the assessment for me. Thanks for letting me know your expirence. Also I appreciate the advice and it helps to know what the assessors are like.