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Advice for adult seeking diagnosis with no family input

NB1

Hello, I've just joined the community as I'm on the waiting list for a diagnosis. I'm in my late 40s and realise so much makes sense now I'm looking into autism. 

I know that most assessment providers ask a parent, other family member or long-standing friend for their input but I don't have anyone like that I could ask so wondered if anyone on here has any advice - perhaps a provider you've used and could recommend who was able to do the assessment without external input. 

I'm on the waiting list via Right to Choose but can easily ask to change if there's another organisation that will be sympathetic.

Thank you for any advice,

Nicholas 

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  • This seems to be a problem for a lot of latelings, the system seems to be set up for children rather than adults. Not everyone has a close family, or one who would support them in seeking a diagnosis, let alone someone who has no family they can ask at all. I think all you can do is write to them explaining your situation to them, if they're unhelpful, then write to your MP and ask for thier help.

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  • This seems to be a problem for a lot of latelings, the system seems to be set up for children rather than adults. Not everyone has a close family, or one who would support them in seeking a diagnosis, let alone someone who has no family they can ask at all. I think all you can do is write to them explaining your situation to them, if they're unhelpful, then write to your MP and ask for thier help.

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