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Greenblade

I'm 51 and after a brief interview with an A&E pyschologist (referred for suicidal thoughts) his line of questioning and mention of autism made me understand the pattern of my life. I've scored very high on two online autism tests. I know these aren't realiable but how do I push for a professional diagnosis?

I've got through life so far by luck - one civil service "job for life" and then made redundant. Everyone has always said I'm intelligent but I only think about applying for unskilled jobs because I cant face interviews. I have only managed to avoid homelessness because of the kindness of other people. I cannot plan for the future and fear my luck has run out.

I've been hit by a massive panic attack & depression and can't see any way of functioning like a normal person.

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  • Hi Random, and Greenblade,

                                              As far as pushing for a professional diagnosis goes, you could ask for an Adult Asperger information pack via the autismhelpline@nas.org.uk - which will give you pretty much all you need to know really. One dilemma though is that NHS funding for Adult ASD diagnosis is minimal, and waiting times can be long - about a year or more.

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  • Hi Random, and Greenblade,

                                              As far as pushing for a professional diagnosis goes, you could ask for an Adult Asperger information pack via the autismhelpline@nas.org.uk - which will give you pretty much all you need to know really. One dilemma though is that NHS funding for Adult ASD diagnosis is minimal, and waiting times can be long - about a year or more.

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