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Pros

• Protects under the Equality Act 2010 in the UK
• An employer has to provide reasonable adjustments if required and ensure there is no discrimination
• Connection with others on the autism spectrum
• Access to supports such as speech therapy and occupational therapy
• Improve understanding of themselves
• Understand unique traits and challenges
• Improve quality of life with early autism interventions to improve social engagement, communication and emotional regulation
• Understand their unique experiences

Cons

• Can restrict job opportunities and choices
• There can be potential stigma and discrimination
• The assessment itself can be stressful, expensive if paying privately and has long waiting lists on the NHS in the UK
• Can be treated differently after diagnosis because of a lack of understanding despite having the condition since birth

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What are reasonable adjustments and when can they be requested

Deciding whether to seek an autism assessment

Pros and Cons of an ASD Assessment | The Autism Service