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Children and Young Person’s ASD Services Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question about children and young people’s ASD assessments, referrals, or how the process works? You’re in the right place.
When you are considering an ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) diagnosis for children or young people there may be questions you have about the process. Click through our frequently asked questions below to find the answers.
Do you assess and treat adults, over the age of 18 for ASD?
Our Children and Young Person’s ASD service is tailored specifically for children and young people aged 6 to 17½.
We also have an adult ASD NHS Right to Choose pathway for young people nearing adulthood (due to turn eighteen within the same calendar year) and adults aged 18+. For more information, please click here.
Is your service covered by the NHS?
We are contracted by the NHS through ‘Right to Choose’ (RTC), so yes any referral to our service is covered by the NHS and therefore free.
What collateral information is required?
Pre-assessment, we routinely request collateral information from education. The school report will need to be completed prior to moving forward with the referral. Parents or carers are encouraged to action this asap and prior to any planned school holidays, as this can extend the processing times. During and following assessment, as well as involving parents and carers, we may request further collateral information to help reach a diagnostic conclusion.
What does the ASD assessment involve?
Our assessments include a detailed review of the child or young person’s medical history, current symptoms, and any relevant background information. There will be standardised questionnaires for children and young people, parents and teachers to complete, followed by a structured clinical interview with one of our experienced clinicians, and finally a diagnostic face-to-face assessment. The assessment process follows NICE guidelines to ensure a thorough and accurate diagnosis.
What follow-up care do you provide?
Currently we are commissioned as an assessment only service. Any treatment that is indicated following an assessment, will be incorporated as recommendations in the report, and shared with the relevant local providers. This may include, psycho education, parenting training, medication treatment, and psychological therapies.
What should I do if I have not received assessment confirmation or assessment link?
If you have not received one or either of these from us please contact us on either 0121 368 0698 or CAMHS@healthharmonie.co.uk
Will you communicate with my GP?
Yes. With your consent, we will send a summary of your assessment, diagnosis, and treatment plan to your child or young person’s GP. This ensures continuity of care and enables shared care arrangements where appropriate.
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