Published on 12, July, 2020
My name is Ruth currently living in the Oxfordshire area.
I am a mother of a 16 years old girl whom we now suspect has Asperger's Syndrome. The more I research the symptoms, the more I am becoming convinced my daughter needs to see a specialist capable of confirming our suspicion....but where exactly to go? We are a family of low income - so we cannot afford thousands of pounds for a diagnosis. So, my question is, do any of you know where a family with low income can take their 16 years old daughter for a proper diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome?
I would HIGHLY appreciate any direction on this matter.
Many thanks
Ruth
If you don't want to pay then you will need to visit your GP and tell them your concerns, the reasons why you believe she has AS and then they should be able to start the process. it may be a long wait, in the mean time she could always join us here and chat as i believe 16 is the minimum age (someone will have to confirm that though because i could be wrong).
Good luck with the diagnosis process. Has she done her GCSEs this year? i was supposed to do mine last year but covid stopped that
Alisha xx
Hi Alisa
I really appreciate your reply. My daughter's story is long with many details not worth mentioning, at least not now. I may do in the future if my daughter is diagnosed with the condition I am seeking help with.
Privately, do you know where I can take her?
Hi, If you are considering going privately, you could contact Sara Heath - https://www.shropshireautonomy.co.uk/autonomyplus/pre-diagnostic
I personally had a very positive experience with her. I initially just phoned to get some more information and in the end I decided to go for it in addition to being put on the waiting list in my area. I’m very happy I did- I am moving countries too much to ever make it to the end of a waiting list and it was great to talk to someone that understood. Good luck!