Is my daughter autistic?

Hi, I have 5 children aged between 19 and 4. The eldest has always had problems and only now is undergoing diagnosis, after pushing for Aspergers and ADHD. My youngest daughter is also very different from the others. She is 8 next month, but 2 years behind at school.  I went to the doctors to check for possible SPD, as she has major sensitivity issues. After a year I was told that they thought it was Dyslexia??? Although she has quite a few social issues. Recently at school she was in the toilet and someone got pushed against the door, which made it open. Ever since she refuses to drink at schol so she doesn't need to use the toilet. She even freaks at home, asking if her older sister and friend are in, incase they walk in on her. She doesn't like lots of people and is mature with her speech. What do I do if I don't agree with professionals because she doesn't tick all the boxes????

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  • My 16 yr old daughter was also told no she doesn't tick all the boxes....but her behavior has become worse...I have asked for a re- referral and am awaiting an answer.  If it comes back no this time I am not sure if will be able to cope, as I have pinned her behavior on being Autistic!  

    She obsessively watches same dvd

    Stares at other people 

    Lack hygiene/ wearing same clothes

    Hates noise (even quiet humming or chewing sounds)

    Dislike of change of routine 

    Dislike busy shops

    Socially isolated..no friends

    Hates touch unless she initiates it

    Can't take part in conversation....yes no answers

    Cannot see others point of view..lack of empathy 

    Black and white answers...cannot see some things may be grey

    These are just some of her traits....I feel when I read up on autism/aspergers she totally ticks the boxes!!! I am so desperate and frustrated with things....I NEED them to reassess. At least I can see a way forward then!  
    Sorry for waffling on :)

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  • My 16 yr old daughter was also told no she doesn't tick all the boxes....but her behavior has become worse...I have asked for a re- referral and am awaiting an answer.  If it comes back no this time I am not sure if will be able to cope, as I have pinned her behavior on being Autistic!  

    She obsessively watches same dvd

    Stares at other people 

    Lack hygiene/ wearing same clothes

    Hates noise (even quiet humming or chewing sounds)

    Dislike of change of routine 

    Dislike busy shops

    Socially isolated..no friends

    Hates touch unless she initiates it

    Can't take part in conversation....yes no answers

    Cannot see others point of view..lack of empathy 

    Black and white answers...cannot see some things may be grey

    These are just some of her traits....I feel when I read up on autism/aspergers she totally ticks the boxes!!! I am so desperate and frustrated with things....I NEED them to reassess. At least I can see a way forward then!  
    Sorry for waffling on :)

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