Is my husband on the spectrum?

I have suspected for some time that my husband might be 'on the spectrum' as well as our son, and he admits himself that he was a strange child who didn't make friends and struggled with some schoolwork (though he now has a Cambridge degree!). Any tips on getting an assessment for him? Does it have to go through the GP or are there affordable private methods (it's very difficult to get him to go to the doctor).

I feel that if he had a diagnosis, I would cope better with aspects of his behaviour, knowing there was a neurological reason for them, rather than him just being awkward!

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  • Husband needs to be absolutely clear that he would like a diagnosis.  My now ex-husband realised he was similar to his son and chose not to pursue diagnosis, and also chose not to support me or our son following his diagnosis.  Result: divorce as I couldn't handle the situation any more.  I am now leading a happier life and still accommodating my ex-husband's foibles in relation to outings with son.  Time spent with his son has increased I am pleased to say.

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  • Husband needs to be absolutely clear that he would like a diagnosis.  My now ex-husband realised he was similar to his son and chose not to pursue diagnosis, and also chose not to support me or our son following his diagnosis.  Result: divorce as I couldn't handle the situation any more.  I am now leading a happier life and still accommodating my ex-husband's foibles in relation to outings with son.  Time spent with his son has increased I am pleased to say.

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