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Give apt psychological & CBT therapy on NHS to struggling with Asperger Syndrome

Submitted on Thursday 24th May 2018

Published on Thursday 16th August 2018

Current status: Closed

Closed: Saturday 16th February 2019

Signatures: 18

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Give apt psychological & CBT therapy on NHS to struggling with Asperger Syndrome

Petition Details

People with Asperger Syndrome and other conditions are being denied 1 to 1 appropriate Psychological & Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, even though they may have other conditions e.g. mental health problems. This has a serious impact and prevents them from leading a full balanced life.

Additional Information

The NHS does not currently offer 1 to 1 talking therapies to those with Asperger Syndrome, irrespective of other mental health issues. The Government and NICE to ensure that those in need, requiring such appropriate talking therapies are treated equally to those requiring an operation. The requirement to be deemed as appropriate by the patient and/or a Health Professional/Clinician and/or Social Workers. Those with Asperger Syndrome when needed, be able to access it in a timely manner, as part of an ‘Overall HOLISTICAL approach’ for as long as it is required to work through direct and associated issues, to a measurable outcome & life balance.


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