Common signs of autism in adults can include:
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Preference for a consistent routine or to go to places you know well.
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Becoming anxious when your routine is disrupted.
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Difficulty putting yourself in the shoes of others and imagining how they are feeling or what they are thinking.
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Taking things said by other people literally and struggling with social banter.
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Struggling to communicate and express your emotions and feelings to other people.
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Experiencing exhaustion following social events.
Benefits of an adult assessment
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It may help you, your family, friends, partner, employer and colleagues better understand you, so that you can support yourself and they can help to support you.
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It may correct a previous misdiagnosis and mean that any mental health difficulties can be better addressed.
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It may help you to get access to appropriate services and benefits.
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You will be entitled to have reasonable adjustments made by your employer, college or university.
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A diagnosis can help make sense of your life experiences, highlight your strengths, and improve self-worth.
The Assessment Process
A brief outline of each step of our assessment process is provided below. Further information is available following your consultation and booking confirmation.