I_Forge_Steel
Well-Known Member
I have suspected that I have Asperger's for a long time, but I think it is finally time to see a professional. Lately I have been spiraling down into a deep depression. I don't even feel like myself anymore. My moods are erratic, I feel listless most of the time. I know I have been under a lot of stress from my mom's Alzheimer's. And the flooding from Harvey did not help. Losing a car and rebuilding a bedroom. But this is different. I am afraid of how far down I can go without help.
I finally brought it up to my dad last night and he is going to help me in any way he can. I am really scared though. I don't know what doctor to see, or what if they tell me it's all in my head, not to mention the expense. And the stigma of having a name attached to me from now on. At this point though, something has to change. I have a hard time leaving the house. I can't even think of working. I have no social life at all. Even online people tell me I demand too much attention and I am too possessive. That I don't understand boundaries. I don't see it usually, but other say I am a selfish jerk.
I only hope I am not making a huge mistake. I don't want to cause my family any more problems than they already have. I guess I am hoping someone else has been through this and can tell me what to expect.
I finally brought it up to my dad last night and he is going to help me in any way he can. I am really scared though. I don't know what doctor to see, or what if they tell me it's all in my head, not to mention the expense. And the stigma of having a name attached to me from now on. At this point though, something has to change. I have a hard time leaving the house. I can't even think of working. I have no social life at all. Even online people tell me I demand too much attention and I am too possessive. That I don't understand boundaries. I don't see it usually, but other say I am a selfish jerk.
I only hope I am not making a huge mistake. I don't want to cause my family any more problems than they already have. I guess I am hoping someone else has been through this and can tell me what to expect.