This website shares personal experience and educational information only. It is not a substitute for professional medical, legal, or clinical advice.
About this site
Personal experience: This site reflects one person's experience with autism diagnosis in Scotland and subsequent research into standards and rights.
Educational purpose: Information provided is for educational and awareness purposes to help people understand their rights and available standards.
Not professional advice: Nothing here constitutes medical, legal, or professional advice. For personalised guidance, consult qualified professionals.
Individual experiences vary: Your experience may differ from what's described here
Examples and resources
Fictional examples: The examples of diagnostic reports are entirely fictional - except from my own - and created for educational purposes only.
Standards information: While I aim for accuracy, clinical guidelines and regulatory requirements may change. Always verify current requirements with official sources.
External links: I'm not responsible for content on external websites or resources linked from this site.
Rights and advocacy
Know your rights: Information about patient rights is based on publicly available guidance, but individual circumstances may vary.
Seek proper advice: For specific concerns about assessment quality or patient rights, consult appropriate professionals or regulatory bodies.
No guarantees: Understanding your rights doesn't guarantee particular outcomes, but it helps you advocate for yourself more effectively
The bottom line
This website exists to share knowledge gained through necessity. Use it to educate yourself, but make your own informed decisions with appropriate professional support.