Yes – and for autism assessments, it’s often really helpful.
As part of the assessment, we use tools such as the Autism Diagnostic Interview (ADI-R), which looks at early development and childhood history. Because of this, we usually ask for an informant (for example, a parent, family member, or someone who knew you as a child) to be involved.
If someone can’t attend the appointment, we can provide an informant questionnaire instead. However, where possible, having someone present helps us build a more complete and accurate picture.