Late realisation and diagnosis

Hi,

I had a sudden realisation just before Christmas that I might have ADHD, my GP has referred me and I'm awaiting assessment.

During all the reflection it slowly dawned on me that so e of my struggles were perhaps because of autism rather than ADHD so the GP referred me for this assessment too. Had my final appointment with a psychiatrist this morning who has diagnosed me with autism and said I definitely have ADHD traits mixed in and it's very important for me to have that assessment.

47, lots to sort out!

Richard

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Alice_Mod 1 hour ago

Hi Richard,

Welcome to the community and I am very glad you have received your autism diagnosis and I hope you can get your ADHD assessment soon.

It can be a lot to take in and receiving your autism diagnosis can be life changing. If you wish to you may find it helpful to read through our pages on advice and guidance after receiving your diagnosis: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/diagnosis/after-diagnosis

I am sure other members of the community will also introduce themselves and I hope you find the community helpful.

Best wishes,

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Alice_Mod 1 hour ago

Hi Richard,

Welcome to the community and I am very glad you have received your autism diagnosis and I hope you can get your ADHD assessment soon.

It can be a lot to take in and receiving your autism diagnosis can be life changing. If you wish to you may find it helpful to read through our pages on advice and guidance after receiving your diagnosis: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/diagnosis/after-diagnosis

I am sure other members of the community will also introduce themselves and I hope you find the community helpful.

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