would a child psychiatrist help?

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Since my therapist and psychiatrist are not interested in my childhood (I had serious problems in the past) then I'm thinking about seeing a nearby child psychiatrist that takes my insurance now that it has changed, and this person specializes in ASD's, ADHD and mood disorders. I think when I talked to them earlier they said the lady would see an adult, but I need to call them again after the labor day weekend.

I don't know what my current mental health team would think about this though... or should I just sit down and force my current team to do some testing (they never tested me for anything, even the stuff I'm diagnosed with now) and to show interest in my past screaming fits especially.

I think that might help. I see primarily children (though I'm in the neurological field), but I do see adults and I tend to look at things from a different, more developmental point of view. I actually think this is an excellent idea

~Kate

I tried asking an expert in Autism and Asperger's that worked only with children if he could try to help me. He wouldn't even make the attempt. He said adults are out of his league.

I was talking to (being assessed by, actually) someone who was previously involved with children with autism, who said that there are a lot of changes in the profession and in funding because "the first wave" of children diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome has now left the secondary education system and no longer qualify for any resources. The entry of "the first wave" to employment and university is causing a lot of difficulties because adult psychiatric services (which are the only obvious source of support) has no appropriate intervention and can not cope with the demand. University disability services are also having trouble coping.

I think that the more people ask for help (from psychiatric services, employment services, disability officers), the more that the demand will be perceived.

(A new third-level college specifically for people with Asperger's has just started in Wales: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-sout ... s-11170213)

That would be a good idea.

MAJOR red flag! I would not trust any therapist of any degree, with my care, if they don't FULLY include my childhood in their understanding of my needs. I'd definitely seek new therapists immediately if they truly "aren't interested" or aren't including your childhood and upbringing in your therapy.

Charles

I see a child psychiatrist for two reasons. 1. She is an autism specialist and 2. I'm basically still a child, even if not chronologically.