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Were you diagnosed as an adult?

life ain't easy

Hi

This is my first post.

I am currently waiting to see my GP about being referred for an assessment. I am 41 and feel a bit silly going at this stage in life. I know it wont change anything if I am diagnosed but I feel it will help me understand myself better. Looking back over my life it seems pretty clear now, but Ive only realised this since my son was diagnosed with H.F. Autism and daughter with Aspergers.

Has anyone else here been diagnosed as an adult and how did you feel about asking for an assessment?

Thanks for your time Smile

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  • I am in my 40s too and on the waiting list. Went through similar feelings, should I or shouldn't I, and pondering how best to approach the doctor. It took me several months to get the courage together.

    Went armed with an AQ, with examples written next to any relevant questions, and highlighted the issues that are causing me the most problems.  In the end my wonderful GP didn't even look at it though, just ticked the referral box and said "ooh how interesting!" 

    One issue that has come up is how would I deal with a negative diagnosis? If it turns out I am just a neurotic neurotypical having a mid life crisis, I am going to have to put all the painful stuff I have dredged up, back in its box.

    Good luck, whatever you choose to do! 

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  • I am in my 40s too and on the waiting list. Went through similar feelings, should I or shouldn't I, and pondering how best to approach the doctor. It took me several months to get the courage together.

    Went armed with an AQ, with examples written next to any relevant questions, and highlighted the issues that are causing me the most problems.  In the end my wonderful GP didn't even look at it though, just ticked the referral box and said "ooh how interesting!" 

    One issue that has come up is how would I deal with a negative diagnosis? If it turns out I am just a neurotic neurotypical having a mid life crisis, I am going to have to put all the painful stuff I have dredged up, back in its box.

    Good luck, whatever you choose to do! 

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