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Hi. I'm bad at introductions.

nova

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So... I'm new and it's almost 2 AM and maybe I'll do a more in-depth introduction another time. But I just wanted to say hi I guess?

I guess I'll start by saying I'm 22, and I'm not really ready to call myself self-diagnosed, just because I want to be more certain. I don't want to jump the gun and end up, like... appropriating other people's struggles/lives just to make myself feel better, if that makes sense. I don't know. I'm bad at explaining things.

But I decided to join because this is something that's been at the back of my mind constantly eating away at me for awhile and I've started to get depressed... and I need to start like, actually talking to people I might actually be able to relate to? And long story short, I read a bunch of stuff written by actual aspies (as opposed to like, WebMD etc) and ended up in tears because it was the first time I felt like I might actually be a real human.
 
You are a real human. I promise. We may not feel like it sometimes, but we all are. And don't worry about calling yourself self-diagnosed. You're in good company here---many of us don't have official diagnoses. You're right to be concerned about appropriating the struggles of others for personal gain, but by coming here, you've already shown that you're serious about learning more about ASD, and, therefore, sincere. I think the few who abuse society's growing awareness and understanding of it for their own selfish reasons are generally too self-centered to bother joining a forum. They'd have to interact with people who actually live with autism every day, and I don't think they'd want to invest the time and effort.

Welcome to AspiesCentral. :)
 
Welcome to the forum badwolf. Is your username a Doctor Who reference?

As Ereth said, you've shown sincerity in wanting to learn more about Aspergers and Autism which people will appreciate. Once you feel you have the necessary information on Autism, don't be afraid to say you're self-diagnosed. Nobody knows you better than you do, so don't be afraid to trust your own judgement. It's unlikely that you'll receive any hostility but if you do, a lot of people will support you as you can see from this thread.

I hope you enjoy your time here. :)
 
Welcome :)

I know just what you mean when you say that you now feel like you're 'actually human'. Many of our members came here in search of answers, and have stayed after discovering a community that they can finally feel a part of.

Whatever you do (or don't) have, you're welcome here. Our forums are an execellent resource, and you'll find our members are quite friendly, and helpful.
 
Hi Badwolf

I'm just taking the step from self diagnosed to official. I totally get your feeling human for the first time. (I'm still spinning from finding out). Good luck on your journey and may your discoveries be positive. Oh, and I'm new here too :)
 
badwolf said:
So... I'm new and it's almost 2 AM and maybe I'll do a more in-depth introduction another time. But I just wanted to say hi I guess?

I guess I'll start by saying I'm 22, and I'm not really ready to call myself self-diagnosed, just because I want to be more certain. I don't want to jump the gun and end up, like... appropriating other people's struggles/lives just to make myself feel better, if that makes sense. I don't know. I'm bad at explaining things.

But I decided to join because this is something that's been at the back of my mind constantly eating away at me for awhile and I've started to get depressed... and I need to start like, actually talking to people I might actually be able to relate to? And long story short, I read a bunch of stuff written by actual aspies (as opposed to like, WebMD etc) and ended up in tears because it was the first time I felt like I might actually be a real human.
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Hi, don't feel bad wolf. Feel good about being bad, just kidding. You are OK my friend, it is OK to be different. A good thing in fact, if you ask me. Those who helped humanity most, were the most different, and most were laughed at and even persecuted. When I realized I had Aspergers I cried too. I started reading what Those with Aspergers had written and I just broke down, time and time again. My life's mystery was being told by complete strangers, and in great detail. These people knew intimate details about my life, my feelings and even things about me that not even I realized. I felt so exposed and so liberated at the same time. It took me a while to come to grips with it all, but finally I knew about myself.
If you are, I think you will know from all of the good, honest information here. Good luck in your journey, relax and take a deep breath. You are Awesome just the way you are.
 
Welcome badwolf, are you a doctor who fan too. There are a numer of us here.

Bad wolf aka Billie Piper/ Rose Tyler.

 
Hello,

I also find (found) it depressing when you are surrounded by people you cannot relate to and that do not seem to understand. It is very friendly here and personally I find I can relate more to people here than outside.

I think you can learn far more from actual aspies than the doctors which can only go skin deep and cannot read your mind... yet. The site also has good resources.
 
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