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Funding Cut

Crumble

Hello,

I'm 30 years old and have been struggling significantly with my mental health for nearly 2 years.

After being hospitalised 3 times last year I am now working with a psychologist at my CMHT on a weekly basis. The psychiatrist has asked him to consider underlying issues as my depression/anxiety do not seem to improve, but are very reactive to current circumstances.

Four weeks ago he referred me for an ASD assessment, suspecting that as my problems go back as long as I can remember that I may have High Functioning Autism (Aspergers).

However, I have since heard that the funding has been removed for adult assessment.

What do I do now?

I can't find any info online about who to be asked to be referred to now. If I can't be assessed on NHS,  how do I go about getting a private assessment?

Thanks for reading.

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  • Former Member
    Former Member

    Hi Crumble,

    I am struggling to understand exactly what is going on with your situation. Have they refused to perform an assessment because of a funding cut? Surely you are still in the care of the CMHT until they resolve your problems.

    Ultimately, your GP can refer you to a private hospital for diagnosis at your expense but you are entitled to be referred to NHS specialists if you have a condition that requires treatment. The NHS route may involve waiting lists etc but they should accept responsibility for your health.

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  • Former Member
    Former Member

    Hi Crumble,

    I am struggling to understand exactly what is going on with your situation. Have they refused to perform an assessment because of a funding cut? Surely you are still in the care of the CMHT until they resolve your problems.

    Ultimately, your GP can refer you to a private hospital for diagnosis at your expense but you are entitled to be referred to NHS specialists if you have a condition that requires treatment. The NHS route may involve waiting lists etc but they should accept responsibility for your health.

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