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50 years old - is Aspergers diagnosis worth it?

richardsw16

After 10 years of depression and talking therapies (and comments from friends and family), I'm beginning to think I've got Aspergers.

Is it worth going through the diagnosis process? What does a diagnosis lead to?

Think I can be referred by my GP to Maudsley Hospital in south London, but it will take months.

Would be grateful for experiences of others.

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  • Yes it is.

    I think that the idea that at any particular age we are getting 'too late' for it to be relevant, is utter nonsense. I absolutely would support an adult of any age seeking a formal diagnosis.

    I think that it will always play on your mind once the question has come to your attention. One of the attributes of the Autistic mind is tenacious truth-seeking - a quest to find answers for oneself.

    If you are having trouble with waiting times a private diagnosis is well worth the money; then you can start being kinder to yourself sooner.

    It is worth it. You do matter. You are never at an age where you become less worthwhile a person. Be brave, and go after a new beginning of validation for yourself.

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  • Yes it is.

    I think that the idea that at any particular age we are getting 'too late' for it to be relevant, is utter nonsense. I absolutely would support an adult of any age seeking a formal diagnosis.

    I think that it will always play on your mind once the question has come to your attention. One of the attributes of the Autistic mind is tenacious truth-seeking - a quest to find answers for oneself.

    If you are having trouble with waiting times a private diagnosis is well worth the money; then you can start being kinder to yourself sooner.

    It is worth it. You do matter. You are never at an age where you become less worthwhile a person. Be brave, and go after a new beginning of validation for yourself.

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