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    On the spectrum or social anxiety?

    I did feel a bit torn, but overall I did want an ASD diagnosis. I remember after my evaluation actually worrying about not getting a diagnosis. I think I was already convinced I had ASD and started to identify with it some time before seeking a diagnosis. By the way, I totally identify with...
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    On the spectrum or social anxiety?

    I am in my late 30s and was diagnosed a couple years back, first with ADHD, and then later with ASD. A lot of what you describe is familiar to me. At times I don't feel "autistic enough", but I've come to realize that for some of us, we bounce around near the intersections of ADHD, ASD, social...
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    Being polite about declining a goodbye gathering

    I am moving and leaving a group I am part of, and one of the people in the group sent me a very kind email full of gratitude, and asking how the group can meet and give a "proper goodbye" to me. I am sure many here do not like being put in the spotlight. I like many of the people but I have no...
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    Worrying about my autistic son's future

    I am diagnosed HFA and have sons who are 5 and 2. My older son is suspected HFA. My son and I have talked a number of times about him eventually having kids. It is ultimately his choice. But as a kindergartener, we are more concerned about him learning to put his clothes on and brush his teeth...
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    Why hasn't Autism (level) 1 become more used by the general public?

    I am still fairly new to my ASD-1 ("does not need support") diagnosis. So my thoughts very much are evolving and I always try to keep an open mind about everything. Right now, the term "aspie" resonates with me, but "autistic" does not particularly resonate. I'm very hesitant to accept the...
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    Any issues with guys wearing pink headphones?

    I had a pink polo shirt I wore sometimes, and coworkers (usually women) commented on it. I think they were probably being nice, but I am not the type that likes anyone to comment on what I wear. It wastes brain cycles trying to figure out their intent. I'd rather look good and nobody say...
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    How is your family strange?

    I am curious about the family dynamics of those with ASD. I was diagnosed as an adult, and I suspect there is some degree of ASD in everyone in my family. But I also grew up thinking my family was normal, but maybe things were pretty weird. For me: My parents were very anti-social. I only...
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    Comment by 'frink' in 'Just a Little Curious!'

    This is one of those times where I'm thinking "THIS IS ME EXACTLY!" but also "wait, is this unusual?".
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    Comment by 'frink' in 'A Confusing Development'

    I also recently learned of the term "social anxiety", around the time of my diagnosis about a year ago (and my age is mid-30s). My therapist had mentioned this term while quickly listing off a bunch of types of anxiety. I had just claimed I had no anxiety. But as she read this list and I heard...
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    High IQ, but Unemployed?

    I have degrees from two elite universities and run my own small business. I was able to function for many years at a regular office job but I did not enjoy it, especially as the company grew to a lot of people. I didn't fit in great socially. I was very good at what I did however, and was able...
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    ados module 4 test. Do I have autism?

    I recently took the ADOS-2 for research purposes. I would agree that you should not try to prepare for this test. It is possible preparation will skew your results. I also agree, just try to relax and be yourself (but I know it can be hard). The test has a lot of modules and any single piece...
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    Hello world

    Welcome! I was diagnosed in my mid 30s about a year ago. I'm sorry your mom wasn't supportive. Don't let that stop you, though, from searching to understand yourself better. I agree with shysnail that it is okay to self-diagnose. If seeking a professional diagnosis is not something possible for...
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    Wondering if I'll ever be independent

    Just an idea... Maybe a warehouse employee? These are jobs like restocking items or picking items into orders. You'd be around people but not necessarily interacting much other than at shift changes and such. You could just focus on doing your job and not have to worry about interacting w/...
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    new and confused

    Welcome tracyclements! And to givemecandy as well. I was diagnosed a year ago, it took me some time to come to terms with it but in the end don't feel much different than before. Givemecandy -- you are not alone having kids and finding out as an adult. I am similarly aged with kids, though...
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    Depressed Aspie

    Sorry, to add to my last post, I overlooked the part where you mentioned you already tried some for 3-6 months. I'd still pursue medication. There are a lot of different options and you might find a different one that works better. Many of these symptoms seem to be directly related to be...
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