Understanding the diagnosis pathway for adults

The journey to an autism diagnosis can often be complex and overwhelming, requiring a systematic approach and collaboration between various professionals. In this guide, we aim to provide you with a step-by-step overview of the diagnosis pathway to help you navigate the process with confidence
and clarity.

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ADi-R with a clinician (up to 3 hours)

We will need a friend or relative of the client who knows them well.  This is a developmental history interview which will focus on their early childhood between the ages of 4-5. If this is not possible, we will focus on the current behaviour. 

This can be completed online if you wish, otherwise we will hold it in our Wimbledon Clinic.

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ADOS

ADOS is series of activities and conversations with a clinician (1.5 hours)

We will need you for the ADOS observation in the clinic. You do not need to bring anything or prepare for it. This will be recorded on a video camera so that the team can watch it back together and come to a consensus. 

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Multi-Disciplinary Team Discussion

Following the completion of the assessment, the multi-disciplinary team will meet to carefully consider all the information available and make a decision about whether you do or do not meet the criteria for Autistic Spectrum Disorder. We will let you know our joint consensus via phone call.

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Clinical Report

This will usually take up to two weeks from the consensus call. You will be offered feedback appointment times when the report is sent through.

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Feedback Session

With the lead Clinical Psychologist to discuss the outcome of the report and their recommendations going forward.