Hi there, I hope everyone is having fun!

[MobileVortex]

I'm new to this forum and I hope I get along with y'all seeing as how we are mentally similar and quite dissimilar from most humans.

I just self "diagnosed" and am quite relieved! I was wondering, what's a good way to tell your family? Anyone have a good strategy for that? I told my mom but I need my dad to "get it" so he doesn't worry about me another 35 years.

Also, is there any benefit to being professionally diagnosed? I'm not really seeing one and I definitely think most psychiatry/psychology is BS.

 

[Vanilla]

Welcome

Regarding telling others about your possible AS, it really is a tricky question. It's not always easy to judge how people will react to it, so you would probably want to be selective in who you tell. For me, I prefer to tell people in a way that allows them to realise that I'm at peace with it, as some people aren't sure how to react to such an announcement, and will possibly look to you, for cues on how to respond. Everyone reacts differently though, so that's only a general guide. It's also handy to have answers, should they have questions about it. Learning as much as you can about AS, can be quite beneficial.

Also, regarding being diagnosed, that is also a personal preference. People can get a diagnoses for benefits, or special considerations (for work, or study), but if you do not feel you would benefit, then it's up to you as to whether you should get one, generally speaking.

Should you be interested, I've added a few links below, which you might want to explore.

Resources: Autism & Asperger's Resources | AspiesCentral.com

AS for women:

Aspergirls: Empowering Females With Asperger Syndrome | AspiesCentral.com

Day 62: Females with Asperger’s Syndrome (Non-Official) Checklist | Everyday Asperger's

Tony Attwood: Home

Non-official AS tests: Online Tests | Life on the Spectrum

 

[Suzanne]

Hiyas,

So get what you mean and what this forum will do is confirm you are aspie or confirm you are not! For me, confirms I am and further more, even more than I first thought and contrary to what is supposed, I feel glad, because at last I have the answer to how out of there, I always feel.

I am planning on getting an "official diagnoses, because opening up to NT ' S, is a nightmare! Also, not that many know what aspergers is and so, to explain, when you mention autism, the shock and pity, in their faces, is rather demoralising! So, I am learning to only tell those who NEED to know, but they will want to see "proof"

I do not need to confirm for myself as someone I know, who's son is an aspie, said she knew already I am too and someone else said that he worked with an aspie and recognises it in me.

I plan on seeing a psychologist in the new year and see what happens

This should have been first, but very much welcome

 

[Rocco]

Welcome aboard

 

[JennieK]

Welcome I'm new as well. I see we are close to the same age (I'm 38).

As for Psychology, well, some of it can seem like BS and some of it might be I have a degree in it and I've often felt disillusioned with the entire field.

I'm interested in getting a diagnosis as well, if nothing more than to feel some closure about my life struggles.

Anyway, just wanted to say "hi" to you

 

[Maelstrom]

Hey best wishes I think getting tested is nice, gives you peace of mind, you get to know who you are. And we are going to hear the garbage either way, at least now we can say, was born this way you have a problem with how I was born? have a nice one.

 

[Spiller]

Also, regarding being diagnosed, that is also a personal preference. People can get a diagnoses for benefits, or special considerations (for work, or study), but if you do not feel you would benefit, then it's up to you as to whether you should get one, generally speaking.

I am planning on getting an "official diagnoses, because opening up to NT ' S, is a nightmare! Also, not that many know what aspergers is and so, to explain, when you mention autism, the shock and pity, in their faces, is rather demoralising! So, I am learning to only tell those who NEED to know, but they will want to see "proof"

I researched my grab-bag of symptoms for years, until I came across AS/ASD.. and I'm 87.5% home.. just need that formal (I know it's BS now, after all the research! ) diagnosis to be 97.75% sure.. 'course, you can never be 100% when you realise the diagnostic criteria are back to front, but that's the current field for you
It'll make me feel better and allow me access to various services.. in theory. Also, it's a bit of an obsession of mine

Welcome aboard

Lovely Art Rocco, as ever.. a departure from your more traditional colors.. you feeling brighter, my friend? Or a change of pace?

 

[Andrew206]

Welcome to the forum MobileVortex. I was diagnosed at the age of 3. My family already knew since I was diagnosed by a doctor.

I think you should be straightforward in telling your family about this.