Good afternoon everyone,
I have very recently been referred for an Autism Assessment via my GP surgery. This was initiated by their occupational therapist, with my full agreement.
I am in my mid-40s and have struggled with depression, anxiety, and social anxiety for as long as I can remember. I have been considering whether I may be autistic for some time and I welcome the referral. However, I did not visit the surgery for that reason so was not fully prepared for the outcome of my appointment. I have been researching the processes, so I know broadly what to expect. However, I was unprepared for the strength of my emotional response to the situation, and It seems that navigating this news is more difficult than I anticipated. I am wondering if anyone has any advice or can signpost me to some resources for people who do not yet have a formal diagnosis but are finding things quite overwhelming.
Thanks,
B
