Autism Pre-Diagnosis Resources

These resources were created by the Adult Team at CAAS, with input from neurodivergent adults and staff. They aim to provide inclusive, helpful information based on over 25 years of experience and community insight.

We hope that the resources in this section are helpful for those who want to know about the autism diagnosis process and what it might mean for them.

Leaflets

Pre-Diagnosis Leaflet (official version)

Read our autism pre-diagnosis leaflet here and learn about the diagnostic process, support you can access, and what it might mean to you.

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Pre-Diagnosis Leaflet (A3 version)

An A3 version of the leaflet. Please note that this should be printed on the short edge, and folded according to the grey lines.

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Pre-Diagnosis Leaflet (accessible/scroll-through version)

A more accessible / easy to read version of the pre-diagnosis leaflet.

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Expanded Pages

Printable Worksheet

A worksheet to support you to reflect on where you sit across a range of typical traits.

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Instructions for the Printable Worksheet

Instructions on how to complete the printable worksheet.

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Why Get a Diagnosis?

Learn more about the reasons for getting an autism diagnosis.

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The Autism Assessment Process

Learn about the Autism Assessment process for those seeking a diagnosis.

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Glossary

A glossary with definitions for some of the terms used in the leaflet above, which may be unfamiliar.

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Further Resources

The CAAS Trello board, which signposts to resources for adults throughout North-West London.

Information about Access to Work, which can give you a grant of money to buy equipment or services that will help you get into or stay in work.

If you need support with your physical or mental health, the links on this page may be able to help.

A space where our ADHD / autistic community can share their stories, including stories about their individual diagnosis pathways and experience.

CAAS has a range of services designed to support adults diagnosed with ADHD or autism. Discover them here.