Hello everyone!

[Daughter of a King]

Hello there! I am going to go by the name of CeeCee here for some anonymity.
Wow! I don't know where to begin..

My beautiful son was diagnosed w- Aspergers a year ago. That is where this journey began. In reading and absorbing every ounce of material possible about AS, I have come to realize that I, too, am an Aspie.

I have been open to the possibility and mulling it around in my mind for the past several months. Last night, I returned to this board to "snoop", and the last "piece" of the puzzle finally fit perfectly into place. Yes, I can say with full confidence, that I have Aspergers.
I can't say I am thrilled with the diagnosis, but I have this overwhelming feeling that my life FINALLY makes sense!!

I am excited to get to know you all and share our commonalities. Thank you for accepting me into your group!

Blessings,
CeeCee

 

[Alex Bogue]

Welcome

 

[Rocco]

Welcome aboard! The aha moment is amazing isn't it?

 

[Daughter of a King]

Welcome

Thanks, Alex!
May I ask when we're you diagnosed? I'm wondering how common it is for adult AS diagnosis.

 

[Daughter of a King]

Welcome aboard! The aha moment is amazing isn't it?

yes it is, Rocco!!

 

[Rocco]

Interesting. What caused you to question yourself and diagnose yourself in your thirties?
Do you have any children or relatives w/ AS?
For me, I always felt different, just didn't really know I was. Now, to be able to name it and claim it, I feel so much freedom!!
Here are my previous (formal) diagnosis: clinical depression, social anxiety, chemical dependence, and codependency.
CeeCee

I was officially diagnosed at age 33, after self diagnosing the same year

I was previously diagnosed ADD 1986, anxiety 2004, Depression 2004, adjustment disorder 2004, Learning disabled 1986. Autism level One/ aspie 2014, sensory processing and executive function 2014

Events leading to diagnosis:

In a military discharge psych evaluation, ASD traits were mentioned, along with PTSD. 2005/6?

Off hand comments from others and "specialists" about OCD ASD traits from 2004-2014

Research in 2013-2014 online, autism quotient tests, more research.

Emotional breakdown/ burnout in
Early 2014 led to seeking help/ understanding, I mentioned ASD, got a referral and subsequent official diagnosis


I have a 9 year old daughter potential aspie, high functioning and also highly intelligent, some same traits, some different. Definitely she has ADD. She is Not officially diagnosed.

 

[Daughter of a King]

Interesting. What caused you to question yourself and diagnose yourself in your thirties?
Do you have any children or relatives w/ AS?
For me, I always felt different, just didn't really know I was. Now, to be able to name it and claim it, I feel so much freedom!!
Here are my previous (formal) diagnosis: clinical depression, social anxiety, chemical dependence, and codependency.
CeeCee

 

[Daughter of a King]

I was officially diagnosed at age 33, after self diagnosing the same year

I was previously diagnosed ADD 1986, anxiety 2004, Depression 2004, adjustment disorder 2004, Learning disabled 1986. Autism level One/ aspie 2014, sensory processing and executive function 2014

Events leading to diagnosis:

In a military discharge psych evaluation, ASD traits were mentioned, along with PTSD. 2005/6?

Off hand comments from others and "specialists" about OCD ASD traits from 2004-2014

Research in 2013-2014 online, autism quotient tests, more research.

Emotional breakdown/ burnout in
Early 2014 led to seeking help/ understanding, I mentioned ASD, got a referral and subsequent official diagnosis

Thanks for sharing that with me, Rocco.
CeeCee

 

[The Penguin]

Nice to meet you

 

[Daughter of a King]

Nice to meet you, too!

 

[Ereth]

I was also diagnosed as an adult (a few years ago). I'm almost twenty-five now.

 

[Cali Cat]

Hi, CeeCee. I'm self-diagnosed, but quite sure of the fact. As you say, it's nice to have my life finally make sense.

 

[Vanilla]

Welcome Cee Cee

I'm self-disgnoses myself. Figured it out by accident, after watching an episode of House. I'm assuming you're still looking for many answers, so I recommend a visit to our resources section too: Autism & Asperger's Resources | AspiesCentral.com

I especially like to recommend this book to our female members, as it can quite accurately touch on some traits that women on the spectrum tend to portray, which aren't always apparent in men on the spectrum: Aspergirls: Empowering Females With Asperger Syndrome | AspiesCentral.com

 

[Daughter of a King]

Thank you, Vanilla! I will.

 

[Alex Bogue]

Thanks, Alex!
May I ask when we're you diagnosed? I'm wondering how common it is for adult AS diagnosis.

I was diagnosed in 1995 when I was 6.

 

[Nadador]

I'm late to the party, but welcome aboard, CeeCee!

I can understand your not being overjoyed to learn you're an Aspie, but I think you'll find it has its benefits. The self-exploration that comes with learning to embrace your AS will grow you in ways you might never expect. We often end up knowing ourselves better than many people without Asperger's. Getting to know the folks here will give you a lot of useful insights, loads of "community", and I must say, a good measure of pride in being all of who you are. All of this will certainly benefit your child, as well. Enjoy!