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Newly Diagnosed

Glizbeth

Heyo guys! WaveBlush

Well, seems my initial hunch was right.
Since the last time I posted here I've been reading (mostly medical journals, diagnostic articles and the embrace autism website) and listening to accounts from others in the community on socials.

I'm still waiting on the full report to be finished but I've been diagnosed. What a relief! Smile Genuinely thought I was gaslighting myself there.
Unfortunately, I had to go private. Ironically when I got contacted with the assessment outcome I had the NHS reject the referral for an assessment with them.
Glad to have my Dad to support me. Purple heart

Made more friends in the art community who are diagnosed AuDHDers. On that note I still think autism doesn't cover my whole situation but it's a start.
Been more patient with myself but there's still that struggle with accepting this (spoiler alert: it's probably internalized ableism) and the obvious "How am I supposed to get a job to earn money to live?"
It's been on my mind ever since I got the outcome and the situation in the UK and Scotland isn't too comforting either. Confused

I was also wondering what is the best way to go about and ADHD screening with NHS Scotland. I'm kinda clueless and don't want to go private to find out it's not seen as valid by them.
I understand this a bit more, most of my issues are executive dysfunction but take it with a pinch of salt since I'm still reading on it. Sweat smile

Finally, thanks for all the lovely and welcoming replies on my first post. It's nice to know there's a community of people like me Purple heartPurple heartPurple heart

  • in reply to Mia151515

    I can't really say since I'm pretty new to this whole knowing I'm autistic thing. 

    I've asked my autism assessor and they said it depends on the GP practice. So I'd ask around to see if it's worth to go private. 

  • Happy to hear you got your diagnosis!! 

    I today just got my NHS right to choose feedback and my ASD diagnosis will ruled out and just put as anxiety and i'm really upset about it - im thinking of going private as i know in my hear how i feel. Do you have any recommendations or tips about going private etc? Thanks :) 

  • in reply to overwhelmed & underwhelmed ( O & U )

    Thanks for the advice. I have a young sister also looking for a ADHD diagnosis.
    Not looking forward to all medical biases and overlooking. Despite the fact I'm struggling and may not appear to be on the outside.
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  • I remember your original post (perhaps the names stick with me).  

    If you get a private ADHD assessment it should be accepted onto your NHS record.  If you are thinking of going this route, I'd be speaking to your GP surgery to clarify beforehand though.  

    Many here report problems with Autism assessments in Scotland, but I have no idea whether the same applies to ADHD.  I have a funny feeling it might.  Again, speak to your GP - It may well depend on your regional health board, but in view of the fact they rejected your Autism assessment - I'd not hold out too much hope. 

    I'd also point out that Scotland doesn't have the right-to-choose option that is available in England.  


    I'd like to congratulate you on your diagnosis, and I hope that the validation brings answers and comfort to you.

    The NAS has produced some information 'After Diagnosis' which may be of interest.  Please see the link below. 

    https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/diagnosis/after-diagnosis