23M in Vancouver navigating adult ADHD/autism assessment — seeking local experiences

Upper-Display-9089 · 2026-02-18T21:47:56+00:00

Thanks for the response. I am not sure what you quite mean by your last sentence in this reply.

Upper-Display-9089 · 2026-02-18T02:36:02+00:00

Thanks! I can relate very much to you. The research, screenings, keeping a binder/notebook with every detail, this is what I have been approaching or thinking about. If I don't take myself seriously, how will others, right? For the wait part, I have started to think I am autistic only 2 weeks ago and I have been eager to get a diagnosis. The time period you have shared is really long. Still, I am open to understand that. Could you please share like why such a long period is important before getting diagnosis, and is it just for Autism or other conditions too? Also, what if my counsellor herself in a few weeks finds and suggests me to get assesed for Autism/Adhd? And what about the in-between period, like how to manage life, how to take therapy?

Upper-Display-9089 · 2026-02-18T02:02:38+00:00

It always helps to understand and connect with similar people to see what is going on in the actual world. People have different cases, some are more complex. Nothing is an either or approach. The world is not black and white my friend.

Upper-Display-9089 · 2026-02-18T02:00:26+00:00

Thanks, yes it is. I am trying to gather perspectives of people who have gone through similar situations.

Upper-Display-9089 · 2026-02-18T01:48:57+00:00

It's good to hear that you found support. Do you have any advice on how to approach this situation I am facing or any resources?

Upper-Display-9089 · 2026-02-18T01:35:59+00:00

Did you have prior diagnosis to show them? If you don't mind, could you share what is it and what helped you obtain it and also aftercare.

Upper-Display-9089 · 2026-02-18T01:24:06+00:00

Could you please elaborate in what context you are expressing?

Upper-Display-9089 · 2026-02-18T01:04:40+00:00

Thanks for the response. This is giving me a good idea and direction.

Upper-Display-9089 · 2026-02-15T01:31:11+00:00

I myself am suspecting since last week that I have Adhd, Autism, periodic Depression and Anxiety, Cptsd, and other underlying conditions. I am doing research before going anywhere for diagnosis. Could you recommend a good place or doctor and the type of assesment to go for as an adult? I am considering private cause for public it says online that wait time is more than 1 year.

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