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Topic lately, i've been wondering if i have asbergers
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TKDgoneveggie Posted at 1:40 pm on Nov. 28, 2008
lately i've realized that i have some of the signs for asbergers syndrome

i catch onto math stuff really quickly and i have some difficulty with social situations...i often misread social queus (sp?)

idk =/

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Hoop Jargon Posted at 9:04 pm on Dec. 4, 2008
Don't worry about it much at all.
uWhiteMage Posted at 12:10 pm on Dec. 4, 2008
Quote: from Teenie1 at 1:42 pm on Nov. 28, 2008

Its Apergers. And what difficulties do yoou actually have? I have it but try not to label myself as someone with autism, pm me if you want :)

Actually, it's  Asperger's  syndrome.
SovSull Posted at 2:33 pm on Nov. 28, 2008
just because you're good at math and awkward in social situations doesn't mean you have assburgers
JeanClaude Posted at 1:55 pm on Nov. 28, 2008
Quote: from honeybee3333 at 4:44 pm on Nov. 28, 2008

Quote: from YeahBoii at 1:42 pm on Nov. 28, 2008

We can't properly diagnose you...
this.
lw members are not doctors

I am a doctor.  

Doubleshift Posted at 1:51 pm on Nov. 28, 2008
Quote: from TKDgoneveggie at 3:46 pm on Nov. 28, 2008

Quote: from Teenie1 at 4:42 pm on Nov. 28, 2008

Its Apergers. And what difficulties do yoou actually have? I have it but try not to label myself as someone with autism, pm me if you want :)
 

i have a very very difficult time feeling connected to people, even just as friends  
i also usually either read way to into people's expressions and tones or i don't pick up on obvious things


I'm just going to be honest with you...
I'm in psychology class at school, and we are told very carefully, that, just because we might have a few of the characteristics of a personality disorder, disability, etc, does NOT mean we have it. Unless distinct parts of you are a real problem, then I don't see why you need to make a deal about it.

Editor in Chief Posted at 1:51 pm on Nov. 28, 2008
Most everybody does some of these things. Some people have social anxiety or just don't read into social cues particular well. Doesn't mean you have Aspergers. Don't fret too much.
TKDgoneveggie Posted at 1:46 pm on Nov. 28, 2008
Quote: from Teenie1 at 4:42 pm on Nov. 28, 2008

Its Apergers. And what difficulties do yoou actually have? I have it but try not to label myself as someone with autism, pm me if you want :)

i have a very very difficult time feeling connected to people, even just as friends
i also usually either read way to into people's expressions and tones or i don't pick up on obvious things

Doubleshift Posted at 1:44 pm on Nov. 28, 2008
Don't be so quick to diagnose yourself. o.O
Dexter Ward Posted at 1:44 pm on Nov. 28, 2008
   *  Not pick up on social cues and may lack inborn social skills, such as being able to read others' body language, start or maintain a conversation, and take turns talking.
   * Dislike any changes in routines.
   * Appear to lack empathy.
   * Be unable to recognize subtle differences in speech tone, pitch, and accent that alter the meaning of others' speech. Thus, your child may not understand a joke or may take a sarcastic comment literally. Likewise, his or her speech may be flat and difficult to understand because it lacks tone, pitch, and accent.
   * Have a formal style of speaking that is advanced for his or her age. For example, the child may use the word "beckon" instead of "call" or the word "return" instead of "come back."
   * Avoid eye contact or stare at others.
   * Have unusual facial expressions or postures.
   * Be preoccupied with only one or few interests, which he or she may be very knowledgeable about. Many children with Asperger's syndrome are overly interested in parts of a whole or in unusual activities, such as designing houses, drawing highly detailed scenes, or studying astronomy. They may show an unusual interest in certain topics such as snakes, names of stars, or dinosaurs.2
   * Talk a lot, usually about a favorite subject. One-sided conversations are common. Internal thoughts are often verbalized.
   * Have delayed motor development. Your child may be late in learning to use a fork or spoon, ride a bike, or catch a ball. He or she may have an awkward walk. Handwriting is often poor.
   * Have heightened sensitivity and become overstimulated by loud noises, lights, or strong tastes or textures. For more information about these symptoms, see sensory integration dysfunction.

These are the general symptoms, you don't need all but if you have alot go to a docter to see.

honeybee3333 Posted at 1:44 pm on Nov. 28, 2008
Quote: from YeahBoii at 1:42 pm on Nov. 28, 2008

We can't properly diagnose you...
this.
lw members are not doctors  
MaryLin Posted at 1:44 pm on Nov. 28, 2008
Why is it that every time someone thinks they're "different" it's automatically a syndrome?
Teenie1 Posted at 1:42 pm on Nov. 28, 2008
Its Apergers. And what difficulties do yoou actually have? I have it but try not to label myself as someone with autism, pm me if you want :)
YeahBoii Posted at 1:42 pm on Nov. 28, 2008
We can't properly diagnose you...
Jman19 Posted at 1:42 pm on Nov. 28, 2008
If you're really that concerned, go to a doctor so that they can refer you to a specialist.
007bondgirl08 Posted at 1:42 pm on Nov. 28, 2008
if your worried go and get checked out by the doctor, if you need to talk i'm here.
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