Adult Autism Information and Assessment Options
Explore Adult Autism Information and Assessment Options
Where Would You Like to Start?
Choose the option that most closely reflects the questions you have now.
I’m Wondering if I Could Be Autistic
Learn about common adult autistic characteristics, including differences in communication, social interaction, routines and sensory experiences.
Explore the Signs of Autism in Adults
I’m Considering an Autism Assessment
Understand what a private adult autism assessment involves, who it may be suitable for and what you can expect from the process.
Explore Private Adult Autism Assessments
I’m Exploring Autism and ADHD
If you recognise characteristics of both autism and ADHD, a combined assessment may provide a more complete understanding of your experiences.
Explore Combined Autism and ADHD Assessments
I Would Prefer an Online Assessment
Our adult autism assessment process can be completed online, allowing you to participate from a familiar environment.
Explore Fully Online Adult Assessments
I Want to Understand the Cost
View our current adult assessment fees, what is included and the payment options available.
View Adult Assessment Costs
Understanding Autism in Adults
Read About the Signs of Autism in AdultsAutism Can Be Missed Until Adulthood
Signs of Autism in Women
The signs of autism in women are often misunderstood, meaning that many autistic women remain undiagnosed or are misdiagnosed. In this article, Jo Condon, an…
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High Masking Autism: Signs, Impact and Why So Many Autistic People Go Undiagnosed
Many people imagine autism as being obvious or easily recognisable. However, for countless autistic individuals, particularly girls, women and those assigned female at birth, autism…
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Can You Be Diagnosed with Autism Later in Life?
Autism can be diagnosed at any age, including in a person's 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s or beyond. Many autistic adults were not identified in childhood…
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Autism or Social Anxiety? Understanding the Similarities, Differences and When to Seek an Autism Assessment
Autism is a lifelong neurodevelopmental difference that affects social communication, sensory processing and behaviour patterns. Social anxiety is an anxiety disorder characterised by fear of…
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In-person Private Adult Autism Assessment
NICE-compliant adult autism assessments with self-referral and screening review.
This evidence-based evaluation assesses whether your lifelong experiences meet the diagnostic criteria for autism.
View the Adult Autism Assessment ProcessThis evidence-based evaluation assesses whether your lifelong experiences meet the diagnostic criteria for autism.
Combined Autism and ADHD Assessment
Autism and ADHD can occur together and may share some characteristics.
A combined assessment allows our clinicians to consider both conditions as part of one coordinated process.
View the Combined Assessment OptionsA combined assessment allows our clinicians to consider both conditions as part of one coordinated process.
Fully Online Adult Assessment
Adults can complete our autism assessment process online.
This may be helpful if you live further from one of our clinics, find travelling difficult or feel more comfortable participating from home.
Learn About Fully Online AssessmentsThis may be helpful if you live further from one of our clinics, find travelling difficult or feel more comfortable participating from home.
Why Choose Jo Condon Autism Assessments?
Learn About Our ApproachNot Sure Which Assessment Is Right for You?
Our free screening process allows you to tell us about your experiences before making a financial commitment. A member of our clinical team will review the information and advise whether an autism assessment, combined autism and ADHD assessment or another next step appears most appropriate.
If an assessment is not indicated, we will tell you openly and honestly.
If an assessment is not indicated, we will tell you openly and honestly.
Helpful Adult Autism Resources
Explore information about adult autism before, during and after diagnosis.
Will a Private Autism Assessment be Accepted by the NHS?
One of the most common questions asked by families and adults considering a private autism assessment is: “Will the NHS accept a private autism diagnosis?” …
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NICE Guidelines for Autism and ADHD Assessments: Why They Matter
If you are considering an autism or ADHD assessment for yourself, your child, or another family member, it can be difficult to know what makes…
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Is It Worth Paying for a Private Autism Assessment? An Evidence-Based Guide to the Benefits, Limitations and Considerations
For many individuals and families, deciding whether to pay for a private autism assessment is a significant financial and personal decision. While NHS autism assessments…
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Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) Assessment: What It Is and How It’s Used in Autism Assessments
If you’re researching autism assessments, you may have come across the term ADOS, often described as “the gold standard” for diagnosing autism. This can raise important questions: In…
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Can you get a second opinion autism assessment?
If you are not happy with the outcome of an autism diagnostic assessment, you can consider requesting a second opinion. Here we outline when a…
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Reasonable Adjustments for Autistic Adults in the Workplace: Understanding Your Rights and Support Options
Reasonable adjustments are changes made in the workplace to remove barriers and help autistic employees perform their role effectively. Examples may include flexible working arrangements,…
Learn MoreFrequently Asked Questions
Can autism first be diagnosed in adulthood?
Yes. Autism is lifelong, but some people reach adulthood without being identified. Their characteristics may have been misunderstood, attributed to another condition or hidden through masking and coping strategies.
Do I need a GP referral for a private adult autism assessment?
No. You can self-refer directly to Jo Condon Autism Assessments without a referral from your GP or another professional.
What if nobody can provide information about my childhood?
Tell our team if you do not have a parent or another person who knew you during childhood. There are different ways of gathering relevant developmental information, and we can explain what may be appropriate in your circumstances.
Should I choose an autism assessment or a combined autism and ADHD assessment?
A combined assessment may be suitable if you recognise meaningful characteristics of both autism and ADHD. Our free screening process can help identify which pathway appears most appropriate before you proceed.
Can an adult autism assessment be completed online?
Yes. We provide fully online private autism assessments for adults across the UK, allowing you to complete the clinical process without travelling to one of our clinics.
Will a private autism diagnosis be recognised by other services?
This can depend on how the assessment was completed and the requirements of the organisation receiving the report. A robust assessment should follow relevant clinical guidance, involve appropriately registered clinicians and provide a comprehensive diagnostic report.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Whether you are beginning to explore adult autism or feel ready to pursue an assessment, our team can help you understand your options.
Complete our free screening or contact us to discuss the most appropriate next step.
Complete our free screening or contact us to discuss the most appropriate next step.