Those eligible for a service from the Adult Autism Team are individuals aged 18 years or over at the time of the referral:

•  Where there is a concern that the individual may have an autism spectrum disorder (individuals with a learning disability will have diagnostic assessment within the Learning Disability Service)

AND

• Where this is evidence that this has had a significant impact on their day to day functioning.

AND

•  Has given consent to the referral.

Diagnostic assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autism or Asperger’s Syndrome should be considered if there is evidence of:

• Difficulties in social interaction and communication

AND

• Stereotypic (rigid and repetitive) behaviours, resistance to change or restricted interests.

 AN these difficulties are:

• lifelong
• having a significant impact on the person’s or others day to day functioning.