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Vaegrant

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Hello, I am Vaegrant, Vae for short. It's a name I have used since World of Warcraft 1.1 so it fits fine.

I haven't been diagnosed with Asperger's or ASD (DSM5) but I am beginning the process. I always thought I was just a well-meaning jerk with BPD and it wasn't until I took an internet quiz on a goof that I thought I might be wrong. Since then I have looked in to it more and saw myself in the clinical definition of ASD. What really drove it home was reading through some aspie's stories. It was like they were talking about my life, my difficulties and my quirks. So, here I am. My therapist should get the name of a local doctor to me soon who specializes in the diagnosis of adults. As an adult we have built so many coping mechanisms, so many defenses against others finding us odd it must be difficult to diagnose us. I don't look you in the eyes, I look at the ridge of your nose. I don't use anachronisms and fidget with my hands, I clasp them in front of me and model my speech after yours. I try to be who you think I should be and hope that the conversation ends amiably so we can both go our separate ways. I don't have friends but I try my best to be friendly.

Anyway, it will be nice to meet you lot. If anything of note comes up in the assessment/diagnosis process I will post.
 
Hi, Vaegrant!

Best wishes as you go through the process of diagnosis. I was diagnosed with ASD a few years ago, and while it's often difficult to identify unless there are really strong symptoms/indicators, it can be done, and it helps to have a specialist.

I believe you will come to understand that you can make friends. It's not a simple process---even for people off the spectrum---but everyone here at AspiesCentral does his or her best to welcome new members. I'm sure you'll find some friends soon enough. :)
 
Welcome Vae :D

Sounds like you understand too well. Good luck with your tests; I hope you feel comfortable enough to call this place home.
 
Vae, I'm really glad your doctor was willing to set up an assessment for you. It's not unusual for doctors to be resistant to taking a patient's suggestion that they may have Aspergers seriously. There is a ton of information here, and people have been pretty open about their experiences, so feel free to ask questions. Welcome to aspiescentral!
 
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