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How to talk to my GP about possible Autism?

fiercelyoptimistic
over 7 years ago

Hey all

I'm attending the doctor's later today, to hopefully get a diagnositic on whether i am/am not autistic, considering the advice and the scores i've been getting on NAS i'm pretty sure i am..

Does anyone have any ways to.. broach the subject in a appointment with a GP?

Parents
  • over 7 years ago

    Hi.

    Do make an appointment for just this purpose and don't be tempted to tack it on to an appointment devoted to another issue. You want the doctor to realise you take this seriously and its important to you.

    I made a list of the reasons I thought I was autistic (including family history, personal history and experiences) and took that along. My doctor referred me for assessment without asking to see it but I felt more confident knowing i had  sound reasons for asking to be referred.

    Do make sure you know the next steps if you are referred. There can be a very long wait for assessment and its best to know what to expect.

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  • over 7 years ago

    Hi.

    Do make an appointment for just this purpose and don't be tempted to tack it on to an appointment devoted to another issue. You want the doctor to realise you take this seriously and its important to you.

    I made a list of the reasons I thought I was autistic (including family history, personal history and experiences) and took that along. My doctor referred me for assessment without asking to see it but I felt more confident knowing i had  sound reasons for asking to be referred.

    Do make sure you know the next steps if you are referred. There can be a very long wait for assessment and its best to know what to expect.

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