Don't Be Shy To Introduce Yourself

[Streetwise]

I joined nearly 3 years ago

 

[jeffry7]

Hi,

I guess I am recently diagnosed as on the spectrum at age 47. The psychiatrist I am seeing hasn't really explained her diagnosis even when I asked. I am frustrated and angry. To me it seems like this is important, but it is being treated like it is unimportant. She did offer that understanding I was on the spectrum meant I didn't have to beat myself up over my quirks, but was vague about what these quirks were.

So signing up for the forum is my attempt to understand and maybe learn to cope. I am the first to admit I do not cope well.

 

[Isadoorian]

Hi,

I guess I am recently diagnosed as on the spectrum at age 47. The psychiatrist I am seeing hasn't really explained her diagnosis even when I asked. I am frustrated and angry. To me it seems like this is important, but it is being treated like it is unimportant. She did offer that understanding I was on the spectrum meant I didn't have to beat myself up over my quirks, but was vague about what these quirks were.

So signing up for the forum is my attempt to understand and maybe learn to cope. I am the first to admit I do not cope well.

Welcome to the Forums! I hope you make new friends and enjoy your stay in the process!

Many here like yourself have been diagnosed later in life

These 2 videos from one of our esteemed Members of the Community may be of help:

 

[Streetwise]

Hi,

I guess I am recently diagnosed as on the spectrum at age 47. The psychiatrist I am seeing hasn't really explained her diagnosis even when I asked. I am frustrated and angry. To me it seems like this is important, but it is being treated like it is unimportant. She did offer that understanding I was on the spectrum meant I didn't have to beat myself up over my quirks, but was vague about what these quirks were.

So signing up for the forum is my attempt to understand and maybe learn to cope. I am the first to admit I do not cope well.

this is me if i talk to people for more than a minute

 

[Au Naturel]

I am Fred and I'm 63 years old.

Aspie, ADHD and depression my entire life. Didn't realize Aspergers (HFA) was even a thing until my 50s, always just figured I was broken somehow. Got a diagnosis at 60. Married, two adult kids.

I'm into anime, hikes in the wilderness, blogging, pets, amateur theater, science, photography, recreational shooting, and running around naked.

 

[Antiherovalor]

This thread is more for new members might be shy to introduce themselves.

No need to fear, you joined a great site. No rush to introduce yourself. Take the time you need. But once you are ready to introduce yourself, you will be greeted by many people.

Yours Truly,


Chilly Willy @The Penguin

So yeah I'm not sure if this is reply or just a quote but the names Jarvis I'll also go by anti, and I'm pretty much an open book.

 

[Isadoorian]

I am Fred and I'm 63 years old.

Aspie, ADHD and depression my entire life. Didn't realize Aspergers (HFA) was even a thing until my 50s, always just figured I was broken somehow. Got a diagnosis at 60. Married, two adult kids.

I'm into anime, hikes in the wilderness, blogging, pets, amateur theater, science, photography, recreational shooting, and running around naked.

So yeah I'm not sure if this is reply or just a quote but the names Jarvis I'll also go by anti, and I'm pretty much an open book.

Welcome to the Forums! I hope you make new friends and enjoy your stay in the process!

 

[Podgrrrl]

Hi! I was diagnosed last month with ASD Level 2, though I very much prefer Aspergers' Syndrome. Nobody understands ASD Level 2, but at least some people know that Aspergers' is an autism thing. I told my husband years ago that I think I'm on the spectrum because my oldest son has it and we are so much alike but, even with a diagnosis he doesn't believe it. I'm 43 and there's not really much help for adults in my area. My life has been really hard, awful in fact. I think I'm an easy victim because I don't understand a lot of what people say and do. I really hope that understanding myself better and having people like doctors and other professionals understand me better will help.

 

[Isadoorian]

Hi! I was diagnosed last month with ASD Level 2, though I very much prefer Aspergers' Syndrome. Nobody understands ASD Level 2, but at least some people know that Aspergers' is an autism thing. I told my husband years ago that I think I'm on the spectrum because my oldest son has it and we are so much alike but, even with a diagnosis he doesn't believe it. I'm 43 and there's not really much help for adults in my area. My life has been really hard, awful in fact. I think I'm an easy victim because I don't understand a lot of what people say and do. I really hope that understanding myself better and having people like doctors and other professionals understand me better will help.

Welcome to the Forums! I hope you make new friends and enjoy your stay in the process!

 

[Rasputin]

Hello everyone!

I've been a member of this forum for a little over two months. I'm 61 and have overcome many social issues on my own without being diagnosed. Still I do not really have anyone that I can call a close friend. My best friend passed away three years ago, and I have not really been motivated to make friends with anyone. This is frustrating to my wife, however.

Recently, I have experienced some physical issues resulting from anxiety, depression, and chronic insomnia. I also have difficulty following one-on-one conversations at family functions where there are lots of distractions. I learned that these issues are sometimes associated with ASD, and saw a doctor yesterday. I was not seeking an ASD diagnosis, but was referred to a Behavioral Health Counselor and a Psychiatrist. As long as the anxiety, depression, and insomnia issues are resolved, that is the important thing.

In reading comments above, I realized that I do have some unusual interests and collections. As a kid I used to hunt for and collect arrowheads and railroad spikes. As I grew older I became interested in Eastern European history, and have acquired an impressive collection of rare books on Prussian, Baltic, and Russian history and culture. I never associated these collections with any behavioral issues, but I am very protective of them.

Anyway, welcome to the new members!

 

[DavidH]

I am not autistic but have been looking for some insights as I am researching Asperger's and Autism due to a number of employees that are on the spectrum. We are having a number of issues I am trying to deal with in a positive manner so our team members can be successful.

 

[TheSaltyStray]

I grew up a kid "who fell through" the cracks and became an adult who has done the same. I've always known I am different, for better or worse. I have experience with childhood trauma that does not excuse but also explains why I was a child "that no amount of punishment" could change me in the words of my mother.

 

[Marianna]

I'm afraid and confused. My name is Maria. I'm 25. I study history and psychology. I'm Polish, but I couldn't find any Polish groups, so here I am. Few years ago I was diagnosed with depression, general anxiety and personality disorders: schizoid and borderline. Lately it occurred to me that I'm might be autistic. My parents are mentally ill and abusive. I learned that when I 3 years old people suggested that a specialist should see me because I wasn't talking. When I finally started talking it was almost entirely made up language.
I didn't manage to build a single close, intimate relationship of any kind. People hurt me. Often just being around them pains me. Before antidepressants I had difficulties speaking, I mostly communicated with my flatmates with written statements. I was both a victim and a perpetrator of violence.
I like dates, I want to be a historian.
I have major difficulties understanding non-verbal communication. I don't like eye contact, often I don't like faces at all (they seem suspicious). To fake normal eye-contact I don't wear glasses so people become far less threatening blurs.
Right now I'm on antidepressants, pregabalin and medikinet (it's a stimulant akin to amfetamin, it's mostly used by people with ADHD). I only feel like talking to people when I take medikinet.
I'm quite obsessive.
I have problems with motivation. My emotion are wrong, I don't understand it, it seems like I simultaneously feel too much and nothing at all. I have to look out for my younger brothers since our parents are dangerous. I don't know how long I can keep it up if nothing changes. It seems hopeless.
I don't know what to do. Should I get an official diagnosis? It's quite expensive.

 

[Zenastar2293]

This thread is more for new members might be shy to introduce themselves.

No need to fear, you joined a great site. No rush to introduce yourself. Take the time you need. But once you are ready to introduce yourself, you will be greeted by many people.

Yours Truly,


Chilly Willy @The Penguin

Hello everyone. I'm Kate. I'm 28. I got diagnosed in 2019. I have high functioning autism. I also found out that I have PTSD, and major depressive disorder and social and just alot of anxiety. I am trying to get help from the state organizations but it's not going fast as usual, I should of been diagnosed earlier but the doctors didnt have the technology or skills. I live in Delaware. And I know this state sucks but it's what it is.

 

[Isadoorian]

Hello everyone. I'm Kate. I'm 28. I got diagnosed in 2019. I have high functioning autism. I also found out that I have PTSD, and major depressive disorder and social and just alot of anxiety. I am trying to get help from the state organizations but it's not going fast as usual, I should of been diagnosed earlier but the doctors didnt have the technology or skills. I live in Delaware. And I know this state sucks but it's what it is.

Welcome to the Forums! I hope you make new friends and enjoy your stay in the process!

 

[jwaus20]

Hi Everyone! Hope its OK to post here. I'm not diagnosed myself but my partner has Asperger. Just after some advice or support about being in a relationship as there are days where i feel lost and alone. Or i'm feeling like i'm not good enough anymore

 

[Isadoorian]

Hi Everyone! Hope its OK to post here. I'm not diagnosed myself but my partner has Asperger. Just after some advice or support about being in a relationship as there are days where i feel lost and alone. Or i'm feeling like i'm not good enough anymore

Welcome to the Forums! I hope you make new friends and enjoy your stay in the process!

All are welcome to be here, and we semi-frequently get Posts like yours, about NT & Aspie relationships and the poster needing guidance

You can make a post in Love, Relationships and Dating

 

[Pythonik]

I am not autistic but have been looking for some insights as I am researching Asperger's and Autism due to a number of employees that are on the spectrum. We are having a number of issues I am trying to deal with in a positive manner so our team members can be successful.

I’m so happy to hear that an employer (or representative thereof) is actually interested in understanding how their ND employees communicate. It’s sad that this is so rare in RL.

Kudos to you and your company!

Are you with an IT/ engineering concern?
Are these employees engineers or software developers?

I may be able to help you with lessons I’ve learned over the last 30 yrs of my career as a 10x software developer who is dedicated, fair-minded, brutally honest, and who would rather be coding 6-12 hrs/day than having my precious flow interrupted by lunch, meetings, sleep, etc.

 

[Woody]

This thread is more for new members might be shy to introduce themselves.

No need to fear, you joined a great site. No rush to introduce yourself. Take the time you need. But once you are ready to introduce yourself, you will be greeted by many people.

Yours Truly,


Chilly Willy @The Penguin

Hello im woody, from Dartmoor in England. Recently diagnosed with asbergers syndrome. So just saying hello basically.

 

[Isadoorian]

Hello im woody, from Dartmoor in England. Recently diagnosed with asbergers syndrome. So just saying hello basically.

Welcome to the Forums! I hope you make new friends and enjoy your stay in the process!