Emotions after ASD assessment

Zipz

Hello All,

Following two telephone discussions with a clinical psychologist, I had my first face to face evaluation towards (or not) a diagnosis of ASD. I went as my awful self. I didn't struggle to mask. The experience was very positive and I came home happy, although physically exhausted and in a lot of pain. Today, I feel mentally burned out and can't stop crying. Is this "normal" or just the "me" I hate being?

Holly_Scope

Hi @Zipz that's a big thing to prepare for, and to go through so you're bound to be feeling a lot of emotions which does tend to take it's toll physically too. I know it's not the same but when I have my therapy sessions for my complex trauma, it really takes it's toll on me (tears and self blame) and often takes day's until I feel back to myself. Please don't be too hard on yourself and remember to be kind to yourself. 💛

Zipz

Thank you @Bluebell21 and @Holly_Scope for you kind and encouraging words.

Zipz

@Catherine21 Hi. It matters a lot to me to get a diagnosis. Assuming the results confirm ASD it makes sense of my life. I'm not doing this for benefits. My main disability is physical. It's to do with self-acceptance and an understanding of my general "weirdness" since early childhood. I expect to get a result by April. If it's positive I'm having a wee celebration 🍾

Zipz

Hi @Catherine21 My decision to get assessed was quite sudden, following a crisis. I was aware of waiting times and knew I couldn't afford to wait. I therefore often to go privately. I don't think I could cope with years of waiting at this stage of my life.