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Well to put it in a simple way, i like to go by on my routine, i can't understand facial expressions very well, i don't understand social situations very well on jokes and people have pointed out my emotionlessness and one or two have asked if i have autism or something and i am really curious to find out why i'm like this so i was wandering if this fits the criteria of autism and what to do to get a real diagnosis

Cool, thanks,

PanderaFlame

  • Hi georgesmummmy,

    It would probably be best to start a new discussion about how the diagnosis process is going for your son, just so that people see it as a different discussion.

    If you are logged in then using this link -

    http://community.autism.org.uk/node/add/forum/1305

    or clicking 'Start new discussion' in the diagnosis area will let you start a new conversation.

    Hope that helps, sorry for any confusion.

  • dont know if this is the right topic page im on....lol....im having a dilemma.  my son is 5 and has been undergoing tests and assessments for the last 2 years.  he went for his diagnosis last month and we came away none the wiser.  the doctor that was doing the assessment said she couldnt diagnose him as he wouldnt interact with the play therapist..i thought this was why we were there as he has really poor social skills. the doctor then sent the play therapist in to my sons school to do the assessment this proved the same as at the clinic...the play therapist said there was a lot of signs that said my son could be autistic but a lot that conflicted this too.  ive always been told that if my son is autistic he is very high functioning so i thought her observation made perfect sense in this respect. but the doctor didnt she said they are going to wait until my son transitions into year one now and see if his behaviour changes.  this has dissappointed me as my son seems to be getting worse not better without the help he needs.  he is now having very violent tantrums towards me and getting stressed over the slightest thing.....has anyone got any advice on what to do. i spoke to a paediatrician who sugested i go on a parenting course so they have now made me feel like its my fault my son is the way he is.......

  • Hi Panderaflame,

    some of the stuff you were saying makes it sound like Aspergers which is difficult to diagnose in girls. There's a guy called Dr Tony Attwood who has done lots of research about this topic. Google him and aspergers in girls to look at some of the work he's done. You can also find him on Youtube under 'ask Dr Tony' and aspergers in girls.

    It would be a great idea to ring the helpline, a big step but it could change your life for the better.

    Good luck

    Andrea 

  • Hi PanderaFlame,

    Just wanted to highlight that, unfortunately, the Community rules as they stand at the moment mean that people have to be 16 to use the service. We're happy for you to respond to this discussion, if other people reply, but we have to ask you to wait until your 16 before continuning to use the Community.

    It's a real frustration but is part of the rules that we can't make exceptions for.

    I wish I could direct you to other services that focus on young adults on the spectrum, or who think they may be, but I'm afraid there isn't a great deal available (though if other people know of any suggestions please let us know).

    The US based autism community, Wrong Planet, has an area for younger users, you might find it helpful to ask the same question there and see what similar experiences users have had.

    http://www.wrongplanet.net/forum22.html

    As Zoe has suggested it may be best to call the Autism helpline. I can that can seem like a big step but they'll be able to help explain your options and how your age may affect the service.

    You can call them for free on 0808 800 4104 or if you'd prefer get in touch online you can use the enquiry form on this page -

    http://www.autism.org.uk/Our-services/Advice-and-information-services/Autism-Helpline/Helpline-enquiry-service.aspx

    I really hope that helps and sorry about the age problem, as I mentioned, it's not something we can make exceptions for. 

  • Hey thanks but i'm not an adult, i'm fifteen. So what do i do?

  • Hi PanderaFlame

    Here is a link to the NAS web page about how to go about obtaining a diagnosis as an adult

    http://www.autism.org.uk/about-autism/all-about-diagnosis/diagnosis-the-process-for-adults.aspx

    If you have any trouble (eg if your area hasnt got a proper diagnostic process, which some havent, unfortunately), the NAS helpline will be able to support you.

    Cheers

    Zoe