@PossiblyAutistic@actuallyautistic@actuallyadhd Also - to add reassurance about what other evidence they may ask for - assessors know that a single piece of evidence is not conclusive in itself. They need to gather info about a lot of different areas to get a rounded picture.
E.g. School reports might show some useful things, but I’m in my 40s and there was no way I kept those for this long haha! So it was fine not to have them.
I asked a loved one to submit a form about me for one assessment - they gave answers in line with me NOT meeting assessment criteria (I am a heavy masker, plus I now know we both have ADHD and they think my ADHD specific quirks are just “normal” human things!) But this was optional anyway.
I refused to include any family member in my assessments in any way - this would have been extremely problematic for me. I would have had to refuse an assessment otherwise. But this was absolutely fine.
Physical health - don’t think I’ve been asked about this except for maybe in a questionnaire for ADHD. It’s only if you’re exploring medication options anyway, which not everyone does. You should have time to submit any info after you’re assessed, too. You absolutely shouldn’t be rushed into medications immediately, anyway - it should be on your terms, after a proper chat about it. I did share with them that I have a chronic illness, though, as it’s long-term and impacts my functionality, mentally and physically. I wanted to make sure they took that into account. Medications can also change physiology and mental health, so that’s useful to share.
Mental health - it’s very useful to share any info you have on your current and past mental health.
Ultimately - the assessors should tell you in advance what they want you to submit, or ask you about things during the assessment. If in doubt, get in contact with them and ask for clarity upfront if you need it. But keep in mind how varied assessments are even within a single country, so advice on social media may be very varied!