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Welcome to WaitingWell

WaitingWell is an online, holistic initiative designed to support individuals on neurodiversity waiting lists across the UK.

The programme acknowledges the lengthy waiting times for an Autism or ADHD assessment, which can evoke a complex mix of emotions, including frustration, apprehension and concern about the outcome. These feelings are common and understandable given the uncertainties in the diagnostic process.

WaitingWell seeks to support people, both young and old, by offering practical information, evidence-based strategies and meaningful support both before and after a diagnosis.

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A woman sitting on a chair indoors, wearing jeans. The room has a wall with a window, furniture including a couch and a vase, and a houseplant nearby.ADHDAnxietyAutismSupport StrategiesUnderstanding and Managing Anxiety While Waiting for an ADHD or Autism Assessment
April 1, 2025

Understanding and Managing Anxiety While Waiting for an ADHD or Autism Assessment

What is Anxiety? Anxiety is a natural emotional and physiological response to perceived danger, stress, or uncertainty. It is characterised…
Self-UnderstandingHow Masking Affects Autism and ADHD Assessments
April 7, 2025

How Masking Affects Autism and ADHD Assessments

Masking (also called camouflaging) can significantly impact the autism and ADHD assessment process, often making diagnosis more challenging and sometimes…
Specific SupportWhat Support is Available for Teens Before an Autism and ADHD Assessment?
April 7, 2025

What Support is Available for Teens Before an Autism and ADHD Assessment?

There are several types of support available for teenagers before an autism and ADHD assessment. These resources can help prepare…
Practical SupportBenefits, Legal Rights, and Reasonable Adjustments for Autism and ADHD in the UK
April 7, 2025

Benefits, Legal Rights, and Reasonable Adjustments for Autism and ADHD in the UK

In the UK, individuals with autism and ADHD are protected under the Equality Act 2010, which provides various rights and…
Self-UnderstandingCommon traits of autism in children in the UK
April 7, 2025

Common traits of autism in children in the UK

Autism Spectrum Disorder (autism) presents a diverse range of characteristics in children, and these traits can vary widely among individuals.…
Understanding the ProcessWhat Happens If You Don’t Get a Diagnosis?
April 7, 2025

What Happens If You Don’t Get a Diagnosis?

If You Do Not Receive a Diagnosis Request a detailed explanation of why criteria weren't met Ask about "subthreshold" symptoms…