Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi all! first post and I need some advice. Sorry if it’s in the wrong place.
my son is 15 and has an ASD diagnosis. He’s determined to join the army in the infantry and adamant he doesn’t have ASD.
to be honest I think the army is the best thing for him. My question is can I have his ASD overturned? He’s much more communicative now and makes eye contact (I understand this can be learned behaviour) Can I go private? Or would it have to be NHS (which made the diagnosis)
Can anyone give advice please? I’m going to make an appointment with his gp tomorrow.
has anyone been successful in getting an ASD diagnosis overturned?
TIA
Nicola
after some further research it seems that he may still be able to join as they tend to take it on a case by case basis, I was just in an online chat on the army website and they advised to phone and discuss with them
see ! if u r the right person with the right attitude that who the army wants,,, ppl who see what can be done, how u can improve and not on your problems and negativity
also check this link out https://apply.army.mod.uk/how-to-join/can-i-join/medical