Published on 12, July, 2020
My name is Catriona. I was diagnosed with Autism via the Lorna Wing Centre this month. My diagnosis was a smooth process and I'm glad I didn't use the NHS in the end. I started out with them but the waiting was horrible and they didn't keep me posted, when I called up asking how long the woman on the phone got a bit annoyed so I decided to go with the Lorna Wing Centre. No complaints with them. There was a wait, yes, but they kept me informed and with the assessment they were patient, supportive and more than understanding with me.
I'm glad to finally know who I am for the first time in my life. It's a wonderful feeling and I don't think I'll ever forget it. It was suggested I join an online community so I thought I would give this one a try and see how it goes.
Congrats! I got mine last year, it's a big life moment. Hope it brings you peace of mind. You can now go forth and be extra cool and embrace who you are.
Thank you so much.
It's such a big moment and I feel I can breathe now and start living, if that makes any sense. I've spent all my life up till now feeling confused and not really living.
How are things for you now? I hope all is going well.
Glad you're chuffed! I was absolutely delighted haha, it explained everything. Since then I've just been much more comfortable in who I am. Which is all very good indeed!
What's your first goal? Or you're just chilling and seeing how things go?
I've got that as well, the comfort in knowing some of the answers I've been wondering about for a long time. It really is the best feeling ever.
I don't have any immediate goals, I think I am just going to chill and relax, see where that takes me. I don't want to push myself too early on.