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Antrim

Hi my son was diagnosed as being on the autism spectrum on 30th June by a speech therapist for autism, she has said that I will get another appt in 6-8 weeks time and he will be seen by a second specialist for diagnosis.  She says that the diagnosis has to be made by 2 people.  Help is this correct?  I feel like I am having to wait longer when I could and should be getting help.  Please advise.

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  • Hi Just wanted to say hello..from what I have read in the short time I have been a member on here there can be great differences in diagnosis times from area to area.

    We have been waiting at least 9 weeks that just to have someone come to talk to us about the possibility of an assessment being considered! If you look on the main site under diagnosis it explains a bit more in depth as to what to expect and there are suggestions throughout the site about questions to ask the professionals.

    I am sure it feels a bit overwhelming right now but at least you are on the way to start getting some answers. The NAS helpline would be able to advise you fully and send you fact sheets via email, specific to your needs.

    Wishing you all the best

    Oatie

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  • Hi Just wanted to say hello..from what I have read in the short time I have been a member on here there can be great differences in diagnosis times from area to area.

    We have been waiting at least 9 weeks that just to have someone come to talk to us about the possibility of an assessment being considered! If you look on the main site under diagnosis it explains a bit more in depth as to what to expect and there are suggestions throughout the site about questions to ask the professionals.

    I am sure it feels a bit overwhelming right now but at least you are on the way to start getting some answers. The NAS helpline would be able to advise you fully and send you fact sheets via email, specific to your needs.

    Wishing you all the best

    Oatie

    x

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