Hello Meg,

Welcome to the NeuroTalk Support groups.

Asperger's or NLD? The big question.

The best person to ask would be a professional who is knowledgeable of the autism spectrum "disorders". You could find someone by contacting a local Autism organization in your country. If you're in the US, you can contact most of the Autism groups and they will have referral lists that have been recommended by others.

So much more is known these days and so much more support is available for children and adults that it's important if you have concerns about your daughter that she is evaluated as early as possible.

For yourself, it could be very valuable to pursue correct diagnosis if you feel they have it wrong. There are lots of services directed towards adults these days and there are also some excellent support groups to meet other people who are have similar interests and struggles. It can open up a whole new world.

I understand your frustrations only too well.

We do have an Autism forum here although it's fairly quiet.
Autism

take care.