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Hello to all. Your advice is needed

NAS81348
over 2 years ago

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

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  • over 2 years ago

    Hi Ruth,

    I would go to your GP and talk about your concerns. There is a long NHS waiting list but it’s worth seeing how long the waiting list is in your area - because it can differ substantially from area to area. If you’re on a low income please don’t feel pressured into going for a private diagnosis. There is no sudden availability of support or help WITH a diagnosis - so it won’t substantially change things for your daughter in many ways. If you both feel your daughter is autistic you can already use that information to start researching how best to support her.

    good luck! 

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  • over 2 years ago

    Hi Ruth,

    I would go to your GP and talk about your concerns. There is a long NHS waiting list but it’s worth seeing how long the waiting list is in your area - because it can differ substantially from area to area. If you’re on a low income please don’t feel pressured into going for a private diagnosis. There is no sudden availability of support or help WITH a diagnosis - so it won’t substantially change things for your daughter in many ways. If you both feel your daughter is autistic you can already use that information to start researching how best to support her.

    good luck! 

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