Hallo.

[Ric]

I have just been referred by my GP for assessment for Aspergers. Two weeks ago I took an online test by a Cambridge specialist and scored 41 which apparently was very high? I then read the information from The National Autistic Society and the description it gave was like reading my own life history.

I then spoke to my doctor who with some of her colleagues went thru my medical history and immediately gave me a referral. They were amazed that I had put up with it for so long. At the moment I feel in a void as all of my previous beliefs about myself and others have all gone. I am just feel anxious and uncertain.

Listening to others on forum is very reassuring and helpful.

 

Thanks. Ric

[got the tshirt]

Hi Ric, I did that test too, and scored 41. I thought I must have cheated somehow, so I did it again and scored 44.

Haven't quite decided what to do yet,

 

 

sorry didn't finish my post, had small people reading over my shoulder. There is some great advice on here. Good luck with your assessment.

Edited November 30, 2009 by got the tshirt

[call me jaded]

Hi Ric and welcome.

 

This is a place where you can ask and usually find someone who has been through something similar. Just start asking.

[Karen A]

Welcome to the Forum Ric.

Karen

Edited November 30, 2009 by Karen A

[Teresa]

Hi and welcome to the forum.

 

Teresa

[julie1]

hello and welcome, this is the site to ask questions, ive found the others on this site very helpful.

[JsMum]

 

 

Hi Ric and a nice warm welcome, glad your finally getting an assessment, let us know how it all goes, NAS are really great Im a member and I recieve regular magazines, Ive found a lot of information and support here so your in good hands.

 

JsMumxxx

 

[Martin Howe]

Hi Ric and welcome

 

It must have been a shock, but you'll get a lot of help here on the board. At least you can apparently get an assessment where you live; here in North East Suffolk, nobody gets anything for ASDs except where the law compels the scrooges to (read: kids only); anyway, just wanted to say I was 43 last year when diagnosed so you're not alone in being older and aspie - good luck

[Ric]

Thank you all so much for your kind words and support. It means a helluvalot just now.

 

Thanks again, Ric

[daniels-mum]

Hi Ric, I am so pleased you have found this forum, it has been a lifeline to me, I don't post alot but do find it a comfort knowing it is here and that there is always great advice and support.

[Kathryn]

Welcome, Ric.

 

It's good news that you had a GP who was prepared to listen to your concerns. I hope the assessment comes round soon and gives you the answers you've been looking for.

 

K x

[trekster]

Welcome Ric

 

i was diagnosed with aspergers 14 years ago.

 

Alexis

[Sally44]

Hello and welcome.

It must be a very strange time for you.

As a parent, when your child is diagnosed you do have to put aside all expectations and presumptions you had for their future. But the thing that kept me sane was realising that before, during and after the diagnosis my son was essentially the same person, only my perception of him had had to change.

 

From your point of view you too have not changed either before, during or after the assessments. You are still the same person. But as you say, some of your assumptions about yourself or others may also have to change. It is a strange time. But there are many others who have felt exactly the same, so you should be able to get any advice if you post in the forums.

[Ric]

Big Thanks Sally44. Your right of course and I have now adopted this strategy. At the moment, the jig-saw pieces are still falling into place. Thinking about my past, I am just thankful to whatever gods that corporal punishment has been stopped in schools. Between the ages of 5 and 12 my school life was hell and I didn't know why the teachers hated me so much- I know now of course and still bare the scars. Reading the stories on this site and elsewhere, I am appalled at some of the outrages some people and especially parents have to endure to access support and the proper educational requirements. I now appreciate that I am extremely fortunate to attend the local GP's practice that I have.

 

Thanks for your kind words and advice...much appreciated

 

And thanks to all...Ric

[Vanna]

hi Ric

Welcome to the forums. I am also new, and also seeking a dx at age 29. Your story about the GP wondering how you dealt with it this long, gives me hope.

I took the test a few times, got a 44, then the next time a 41, maybe because I was second guessing myself. Which led me to here. This is new to me, as I had no idea what AS was until 6 mos ago and just doing reasearch and trying to decide what to do next.

 

it is a strange time, all the self-awareness, understanding, and aha, moments, very strange and not sure what to do with it all, like information over load. Are you feeling that way ...?

 

Good luck , whatever you decide!

 

Vanna

[Ric]

Hi and Thanks Vanna. I am feeling Exactly like yourself!!!!!! I also scored 41 on the test and then went through it again with my partner to add her perception of me and scored 46? I suppose we have to get used to the fact that we are going thru a life changing event and rather than be anxious about it, consider it an adventure? But please act now, you are young, don't let it stop you from taking lifes opportunities as I have let it do over the years. This forum and Nas has been a revelation to me. I have never in my whole life felt part of a community or group, just reading peoples questions and answers, all are so familiar to me, I thought I was totaly alone in these thoughts. Sorry for rambling, I don't communicate with anyone usually. :-)

 

Vanna. Many thanks and very best wishes. Ric.

[Vanna]

Hi Ric,

 

Yes I suppose it is like an adventure! Its nice to know there are others who are similar, out there ...

I have never really been a part of a group either - not through lack of trying! I just found a place local to me so I am waiting on more information, hopefully that will work out and I will actually meet people. I've been in London over 4 yrs and still don't know anyone.

So thats hard, even just having someone to ask basic things in a friend sort of way. Which I think women need, more than men. (like does this outfit look ok on me, where should I get a hair cut, do you want to come shopping (which I just do online to beat the annoying crowds!)

 

And don't worry about rambling. I do it all the time and have given up thinking it is ever possible for me to be concise and to the point. Unless someone edits me, I just dont' know how to either. I think that is a major part of the symptoms, so I dont feel as bad about it.

 

I will look into what other help NAS can do aside from hiring me! (I actually applyied for a [graphic design] job there, and have an interview lined up)

But I didnt want them to think I was too greedy/needy. I know they have a team who help you find work if AS is what is holding you back (it is for me!).

 

Ok well ttyl, take care!!!!

 

Vanna