Autism Association Annual Report 2023

We provide 2 specialist diagnostic services: the Children’s Diagnostic Clinic for children from the age of 2 years and the Youth Diagnostic Service for individuals from 13 to 30 years of age.

This year, we completed approximately 400 diagnostic assessments in both the Youth and Children’s Diagnostic Clinics.

Children’s Diagnostic Clinic Our specialist Children’s Autism Diagnostic Clinic provides multidisciplinary assessments for young children. The multidisciplinary assessment team includes a Consultant Paediatrician, Psychologist and Speech Pathologist. Youth Diagnostic Clinic Since its establishment in 2020, the Autism Association’s specialist Youth Autism Diagnostic Clinic has been in high demand. It is a highly regarded differential diagnostic service with a specialist team that includes a Consultant Psychiatrist, Psychologists and Speech Pathologists. Comprehensive assessment contributes to improved outcomes for young people by gaining access to the support they need.

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