How to Get a Neurodivergent & Autism Diagnostic Assessment

Recording date: 26th May 2022

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About this event

How to Get a Neurodivergent Diagnostic Assessment" is an informative webinar by Exceptional Individuals that focuses on the process of obtaining a diagnostic assessment for dyslexia, autism, dyspraxia, and ADHD. This webinar will provide participants with valuable insights into the diagnostic assessment process, and how it can lead to a better understanding of neurodivergent conditions.

The presentation delivered by Nat Hawley is designed for anyone who is considering seeking a diagnostic assessment for themselves or a loved one. It will cover the steps in obtaining a diagnostic assessment, what to expect during the assessment process, and how to access support and accommodations following a diagnosis.

Overall, "How to Get a #Neurodivergent Diagnostic Assessment" is an excellent opportunity for anyone seeking to better understand the process of obtaining a diagnostic assessment for #dyslexia, #autism, #dyspraxia, and #ADHD. It is an engaging and informative webinar that will leave participants with a greater appreciation of the unique challenges individuals face with these conditions and the support and accommodations available to them.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction
01:09 - About Exceptional Individuals
01:48 - How to Get a Neurodivergent Diagnostic Assessment
02:09 - What We Do
02:44 - The Future of Neurodiversity webinar
03:08 - Why would you want to get an assessment?
06:13 - Why have a Diagnostic Assessment?
09:53 - Equality Act 2010
10:56 - DSM-5
12:33 - ICD-11
13:10 - Types of Neurodivergence
16:01 - Autism
16:26 - What is your experience on accessing an autism assessment?
20:43 - What does autism 'look' like in adults?
23:28 - How do you feel about autism assessments?
24:31 - Do you feel autism assessments are age-appropriate?
26:14 - Do you feel autism assessments are gender-appropriate?
27:37 - A survey of autistic adults on the optimal diagnostic
29:01 - Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule
29:27 - Autism assessment via Telehealth (First slide)
30:01 - Would you rather an assessment online or face-to-face?
30:52 - Autism assessment via Telehealth (Second slide)
31:44 - How to get an ASD assessment/How were you, or others you know, referred for a diagnosis?
32:55 - How to get an ASD assessment
34:11 - Which diagnostic pathways work best?
37:21 - Dyslexia
38:13 - How did you or someone you know get diagnosed for dyslexia?
39:45 - Bangor Dyslexia Test (BDT) for use with adults
41:33 - ADHD/Who was the first person to pick up on your neurodivergence?
42:32 - QbTest for ADHD
43:38 - Dyspraxia/Comorbidity
45:11 - Executive functions of children with dyspraxia
45:47 - If you get nowhere with your GP, try...
47:27 - A diagnostic assessment can only be carried out by a certified person
48:49 - Online Neurodiversity Tests
49:51 - Workplace Needs Assessments
50:57 - Any questions?
54:01 - Exceptional Individuals YouTube channel
54:20 - Future Webinars
54:55 - Autism Opportunities Facebook Group/What happens next?
55:56 - End screen

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[toni]

When I told my doctor about my tics she suggested adhd/autism.. I went away and did my research. Then moved house and got a new doctor. I asked about a referral for assessment and he told me 'it'd have been picked up by now'. I then began rhyming off everything from the top of my head that indicates ND's and he told me to stop and he would refer me lol. Exhausting having to fight.

[francesbaker]

I've been waiting for over 3 years now for an assessment for ASD.