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Vombatidae

Vombatidae

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Just finished a tele-health session where I got the news: I'm officially "ASD Type I, Moderate" ...since Asperger's is no longer a thing in DSM5.

First heard of Asperger's about 20 years ago, and immediately thought it sounded like a fit. I didn't worry about making it official for a long time, but for various reasons I eventually fought through the red tape, tracked down a provider who would talk to adults, and got it documented.

Stat block:
I'm 55, M, divorced
I have 5 children, 19-28, sole custody for the last 15 years. I suspect at least three of them are also ASD.
I am a software developer, 30 years experience, 3 patents.
I am an amateur musician (guitar, bass, low brass, composer.)
 
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Welcome. Those of us in our 50's and older seem to have flown under the radar quite often. Most people had never heard of autisim until Rainman. Stick around. This is a great group of people.
 
Hi, and Welcome to the Forums! I hope you make new friends and enjoy your stay here in the process!
 
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