Category: Autism Assessments

What should parents do following their child’s autism diagnosis? A practical guide
Receiving an autism diagnosis for your child can be an emotional experience. Some parents feel relief that they finally have answers. Others experience uncertainty, worry,…
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Mental health and autism across the lifespan: an evidence-based guide for children, teenagers and adults
Mental health difficulties are common within the autistic community. Although autism itself is not a mental health condition, autistic children, teenagers and adults experience significantly…
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Signs of autism: a complete guide for children, teenagers and adults
Autism is a lifelong neurodevelopmental difference that affects how a person communicates, interacts with others, processes information and experiences the world around them. Although autism…
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The women we missed: reflections on late-diagnosed autistic women from an autism assessment service
Every week we meet women who are finally understood after decades of masking, burnout and misdiagnosis. Jo Condon reflects on late-diagnosed autistic women and why…
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Can a private autism diagnosis be used to access extra exam time?
Can a private autism diagnosis help your child get extra exam time? Learn how JCQ access arrangements work, who is eligible and what evidence schools…
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How long does it take to get an autism diagnosis in the UK? A guide to waiting times and your options
If you or your child has been referred for an autism assessment, one of the first questions you are likely to ask is: “How long…
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Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS): what is it and how is it used in autism assessments
What is an ADOS assessment? Learn how the ADOS is used in autism diagnosis, what happens during the assessment and how it is tailored for…
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Private autism assessments for younger children
We offer private autism assessments for children aged 2 and over. Learn the early signs of autism, what happens during an assessment and how an…
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Is it worth paying for a private autism assessment? An evidence-based guide
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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