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Diagnosis for a Child

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My son is 9 years old and is showing many autistic traits. The teacher advised me to ask for a referral from the GP to get my son diagnosed. However, this referral has been rejected because it didn't come directly from the school. I have now contacted the school, but the teachers have changed. This is very frustrating. It feels like I have to fight just for the evaluation for a child that is only 9 years old. I live in Bexley Council in Southeast London. I would like my son diagnosed ASAP so that he can get the support and adjustments he requires. It feels that precious time is being wasted. So please if you have any advice to give to help to diagnose my child I would appreciate it. 

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  • Hiya,

    Contact your sons school and tell them the situation. if the teacher that suggested it to you is still working for his school then ask whether she could help with the referral, if not then speak to his current teacher about it and see what they say. if his old teacher had a concern about him having ASD then he should have had a conversation with other members of staff and possibly written it on file.

    Teachers are usually quite willing to help when it comes to their students.

    I understand why you want a diagnosis quickly, fingerscrossed it doesn't take too long

    Alisha xx

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  • Hiya,

    Contact your sons school and tell them the situation. if the teacher that suggested it to you is still working for his school then ask whether she could help with the referral, if not then speak to his current teacher about it and see what they say. if his old teacher had a concern about him having ASD then he should have had a conversation with other members of staff and possibly written it on file.

    Teachers are usually quite willing to help when it comes to their students.

    I understand why you want a diagnosis quickly, fingerscrossed it doesn't take too long

    Alisha xx

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