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    Does anybody else absolutely hate the term "aspie(s)"

    Oh, I guess I will delete my account then, I'm not sure how though? I'm new here, can you tell me how to delete my account?
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    Does anybody else absolutely hate the term "aspie(s)"

    I don't know how I feel about it, I find it to be a little too cutesy or even demeaning. How do you feel about it? ...or maybe give me some perspective on it so I can feel better and not be annoyed at the term? haha, thanks!
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    Help me understand

    I'll share with you what came to me after I read your post, I don't know if it's helpful or not but me personally, it took me a long time to realize that other people may not respond like I would to what I'm saying, I was expecting people to respond to what I would say the way that I would...
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    Self Diagnosis; Why the Controversy?

    I don't have a problem with self diagnosis, it might be a problem if the person needs help overcoming their challenges and can't find a mental health professional who understands or believes them. Self diagnosis mostly sets someone on a path of better coping skills, better understanding of one's...
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    thank you!

    thank you!
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    RESEARCH PROJECT SURVEY: How does Asperger's impact an individual's life?

    Certainly! Is it possible for you to share your findings with us once you are done with your research?
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    Hello everybody

    It's nice to meet you! I can relate to what you said and the three words "recovery is possible" have given me some hope, even though I know that part of recovery (from mental health issues) is accepting myself for who I am and I'm having some trouble with that right now!
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    Hello everybody

    thank you!
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    Hello everybody

    Hi, I'm new here, I found out I have Asperger's in October of 2015, I just want to hear other's experiences and meet others who understand. It is so nice to know I'm not the only one like this like I thought all my life! Thanks
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    Long-term NT-Aspie Relationship: Is Invalidation Normal?

    What you described is abusive behavior that should not be tolerated from anyone whether the person happened to have a diagnosis or not... (Also you say he is undiagnosed so I assume he is not aware of any of his differences or struggles and is not willing to work on them.) The fact that you stay...
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