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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

As a person with Asperger's, I thought I'd do a thread to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

When it comes to fab, it can be pretty hard sometimes for many including myself to socialise here on the forums or when we're out but with the help of the many friends we have, they sure do help us see that we are not alone and can give us newfound confidence and I for one am grateful of the friends I have now.

Let's help spread the awareness and share the love and compassion for all those with Asperger's and other forms of autism.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford


"As a person with Asperger's, I thought I'd do a thread to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

When it comes to fab, it can be pretty hard sometimes for many including myself to socialise here on the forums or when we're out but with the help of the many friends we have, they sure do help us see that we are not alone and can give us newfound confidence and I for one am grateful of the friends I have now.

Let's help spread the awareness and share the love and compassion for all those with Asperger's and other forms of autism."

Great post!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I cant believe you still doubt your confidence. You are amazing.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Perhaps it would help if you described the condition and how it manifests itself?

I take people in face value here. It's impossible to take into account every personality and condition on the forums, but hearing your account would be interesting.

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By *uxom redCouple
over a year ago

Shrewsbury


"As a person with Asperger's, I thought I'd do a thread to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

When it comes to fab, it can be pretty hard sometimes for many including myself to socialise here on the forums or when we're out but with the help of the many friends we have, they sure do help us see that we are not alone and can give us newfound confidence and I for one am grateful of the friends I have now.

Let's help spread the awareness and share the love and compassion for all those with Asperger's and other forms of autism."

Well said

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By *uxom redCouple
over a year ago

Shrewsbury


"As a person with Asperger's, I thought I'd do a thread to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

When it comes to fab, it can be pretty hard sometimes for many including myself to socialise here on the forums or when we're out but with the help of the many friends we have, they sure do help us see that we are not alone and can give us newfound confidence and I for one am grateful of the friends I have now.

Let's help spread the awareness and share the love and compassion for all those with Asperger's and other forms of autism."

Well said

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I cant believe you still doubt your confidence. You are amazing. "

Thank you. I don't doubt my confidence as much as I used to in the past but I do my best to keep my chin up and have a smile on my face

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"As a person with Asperger's, I thought I'd do a thread to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

When it comes to fab, it can be pretty hard sometimes for many including myself to socialise here on the forums or when we're out but with the help of the many friends we have, they sure do help us see that we are not alone and can give us newfound confidence and I for one am grateful of the friends I have now.

Let's help spread the awareness and share the love and compassion for all those with Asperger's and other forms of autism.

Great post! "

Thank you

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"As a person with Asperger's, I thought I'd do a thread to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

When it comes to fab, it can be pretty hard sometimes for many including myself to socialise here on the forums or when we're out but with the help of the many friends we have, they sure do help us see that we are not alone and can give us newfound confidence and I for one am grateful of the friends I have now.

Let's help spread the awareness and share the love and compassion for all those with Asperger's and other forms of autism.

Well said "

Thanks

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By *eesideMan
over a year ago

margate sumwear by the sea

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By *ex on fire500Man
over a year ago

chesterfield


"As a person with Asperger's, I thought I'd do a thread to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

When it comes to fab, it can be pretty hard sometimes for many including myself to socialise here on the forums or when we're out but with the help of the many friends we have, they sure do help us see that we are not alone and can give us newfound confidence and I for one am grateful of the friends I have now.

Let's help spread the awareness and share the love and compassion for all those with Asperger's and other forms of autism."
i ha e a friend wirh autism hes the best friend i could ha e well said on ur post

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By *eesideMan
over a year ago

margate sumwear by the sea


"As a person with Asperger's, I thought I'd do a thread to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

When it comes to fab, it can be pretty hard sometimes for many including myself to socialise here on the forums or when we're out but with the help of the many friends we have, they sure do help us see that we are not alone and can give us newfound confidence and I for one am grateful of the friends I have now.

Let's help spread the awareness and share the love and compassion for all those with Asperger's and other forms of autism. "

Grate post op.

Im Asperger's and dyslexic to

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


" Perhaps it would help if you described the condition and how it manifests itself?

I take people in face value here. It's impossible to take into account every personality and condition on the forums, but hearing your account would be interesting."

This link will help describe what condition I have.

http://www.autism.org.uk/about/what-is/asperger.aspx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Great post! My wee brother has autism

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"As a person with Asperger's, I thought I'd do a thread to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

When it comes to fab, it can be pretty hard sometimes for many including myself to socialise here on the forums or when we're out but with the help of the many friends we have, they sure do help us see that we are not alone and can give us newfound confidence and I for one am grateful of the friends I have now.

Let's help spread the awareness and share the love and compassion for all those with Asperger's and other forms of autism. i ha e a friend wirh autism hes the best friend i could ha e well said on ur post "

Thanks. Glad to hear he is your best friend

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"As a person with Asperger's, I thought I'd do a thread to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

When it comes to fab, it can be pretty hard sometimes for many including myself to socialise here on the forums or when we're out but with the help of the many friends we have, they sure do help us see that we are not alone and can give us newfound confidence and I for one am grateful of the friends I have now.

Let's help spread the awareness and share the love and compassion for all those with Asperger's and other forms of autism.

Grate post op.

Im Asperger's and dyslexic to "

Thanks mate

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Great post! My wee brother has autism "

Thank you. I bet he is glad to have a loving sister that looks out for him

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"As a person with Asperger's, I thought I'd do a thread to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

When it comes to fab, it can be pretty hard sometimes for many including myself to socialise here on the forums or when we're out but with the help of the many friends we have, they sure do help us see that we are not alone and can give us newfound confidence and I for one am grateful of the friends I have now.

Let's help spread the awareness and share the love and compassion for all those with Asperger's and other forms of autism.

Grate post op.

Im Asperger's and dyslexic to "

Me too

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By *innamon!Woman
over a year ago

no matter

Well done for posting..

I think it an excellent idea to let people know when they have a certain problem like yours or Bipolar or Dyslexia or any mental problem where we should tread carefully so not to upset or alienate a person by our comments.

I am only learning about these things as they didnt exist when my kids were young.

Another one we have discovered is Borderline Personality Disorder and narcissism my soon to be ex-son in law. Lordy, what a nightmare he has been. Glad he has gone before I pegged it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Great post! My wee brother has autism

Thank you. I bet he is glad to have a loving sister that looks out for him "

Haha bless he does tell often to be fair! He used to be bullied so much, it absolutely broke my heart. Luckily I have no filter, I remember he was pinned against a wall getting punched so I pulled the bully off him, and he fell to the ground. I started shouting at him and a teacher picked me up and put me over his shoulder so I wouldn’t get violent. If I ever witnessed anything in the playground or in the school that teachers weren’t dealing with, I would march straight to the guidance office and ‘politely’ express my concerns. Love that boy

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My son is severely autistic with learning difficulties and there are still too many people who dont understand the condition. People think all people with autism are the same and it is true that when you have met one person with autism you have met one person with autism.

Great post and thank you for being strong enough to create this post xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I think it's great to spread a bit of awareness. A lot of people forget that we don't all process things the same way so we need to bear that in mind when interacting. It's hard enough in person to get yourself understood and so much worse online.

To navigate the people and the site can seem like a challenge but definitely worth it and you and others with challenges are a valued and respected part of that. Life would be boring if we were all the same.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Good post spin, as a mother of 2 autistic young men it’s hard work. So any extra understanding and awareness is always welcome x

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Great post! My wee brother has autism

Thank you. I bet he is glad to have a loving sister that looks out for him

Haha bless he does tell often to be fair! He used to be bullied so much, it absolutely broke my heart. Luckily I have no filter, I remember he was pinned against a wall getting punched so I pulled the bully off him, and he fell to the ground. I started shouting at him and a teacher picked me up and put me over his shoulder so I wouldn’t get violent. If I ever witnessed anything in the playground or in the school that teachers weren’t dealing with, I would march straight to the guidance office and ‘politely’ express my concerns. Love that boy "

Aww. That's good that you were able to stop the bullies hurting your brother. It is sad though that some people would pick on someone because of their disability. I used to be picked on when I was at school. The worst name I was called was Woodsider.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"My son is severely autistic with learning difficulties and there are still too many people who dont understand the condition. People think all people with autism are the same and it is true that when you have met one person with autism you have met one person with autism.

Great post and thank you for being strong enough to create this post xx"

Thanks. I'm sure that with this thread, it will help spread the awareness

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Good post spin, as a mother of 2 autistic young men it’s hard work. So any extra understanding and awareness is always welcome x "

Thanks Angie

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By *ddibleMan
over a year ago

Exeter Bristol Salisbury

I hope more people read this post before they moan and complain about how hard it is for them to get a meet off this site.

We'll done and such a great use of a public forum.

We salute you.

Best of luck and keep doing what you're doing it's obviously working

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I hope more people read this post before they moan and complain about how hard it is for them to get a meet off this site.

We'll done and such a great use of a public forum.

We salute you.

Best of luck and keep doing what you're doing it's obviously working"

Yeah. I hope so as well.

Thank you so much

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By *rbane PlayerMan
over a year ago

London


"My son is severely autistic with learning difficulties and there are still too many people who dont understand the condition. People think all people with autism are the same and it is true that when you have met one person with autism you have met one person with autism.

Great post and thank you for being strong enough to create this post xx"

My son is autistic also. It is a constant learning process for me but as the above post as said each person’s autism is quite individual, which can make it complicated to understand.

But if more people could understand that it’s not an illness, and not everyone with autism is either a maths genius or a character out of “Rain Man”. Thanks for bringing it up and wish you the best.

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By *wisted999Man
over a year ago

North Bucks

Any idea how to get diagnosed as an Adult?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Great post..

My son is autistic and also has ADHD

It would be great if there was a way to make others more aware of both conditions in adults and children

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By *tonMessCouple
over a year ago

Slough Windsor ish


"Great post..

My son is autistic and also has ADHD

It would be great if there was a way to make others more aware of both conditions in adults and children "

The only way to increase awareness is to talk about it more often.

Well done Spin.... great post. And to all you others with ASD related conditions, well done for speaking up... keep talking.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Excellent post. We should all be more aware and more accepting of the way other people process and navigate life.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Excellent post. We should all be more aware and more accepting of the way other people process and navigate life. "

Thanks. I couldn't agree more

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

There have been a few threads before upon autism and aspergers and quite a few people here have opened themselves to share their experiences.

It's great to improve awareness and understanding. I've loved hearing of businesses who have been delivering their services to be more autism-friendly, such as an Asda store that opens with a quieter environment, including no announcements and more. Cinemas often have screening days similarly accommodating the needs of many with autism.

People who are respectful of others, of difference and who are empathetic are probably more likely to be good friends, support or partners.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"As a person with Asperger's, I thought I'd do a thread to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

When it comes to fab, it can be pretty hard sometimes for many including myself to socialise here on the forums or when we're out but with the help of the many friends we have, they sure do help us see that we are not alone and can give us newfound confidence and I for one am grateful of the friends I have now.

Let's help spread the awareness and share the love and compassion for all those with Asperger's and other forms of autism."

Good call bud

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Any idea how to get diagnosed as an Adult? "

Speak to your gp, they should know what service is available in your area. Unfortunately it differs so much x

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central


"Any idea how to get diagnosed as an Adult? "

Generally you would speak with your GP, who would then pursue the options that are available. Different services exist in different parts of the country and England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland will vary somewhat. As a generalist, most GP's won't have immense levels of knowlege about autism but it's worth someone explaining what's behind their drive towards a diagnosis.

Services for diagnosis can be very slow. In the meantime, it may be worth looking at local support options, such as a support group.

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central


"Any idea how to get diagnosed as an Adult?

Speak to your gp, they should know what service is available in your area. Unfortunately it differs so much x "

Staffordshire snap

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Great post! I have a son who’s 20 who was diagnosed as having aspergers last year after a tough couple of years. It’s been a steep learning curve for me but he’s taken it in his stride and is happy to know that this is why he feels different to his friends. It’s a constant battle with authorities to get him support just as it was to get the diagnosis but he’s such a lovely unique person with so much to give I wouldn’t change him for the world. I think I struggle more with getting my head round it than he does, to him it’s quite clear that he’s happy and that’s that

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Great post OP.

I have son with Aspergers a son with ADHD and my daughter is in the process of being diagnosed with ADHD and Bipola. I had a great time bringing them up. But that was because I have ADHD. Don't get me wrong it was hard but I wouldn't change a thing..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

As I get older my family, friends and work colleagues are all guiding me towards the fact that I have autism. Other people are shocked to know that.

Women generally hide the more common symptoms a lot more than men so we aren’t as suspect. I will go out of my way to make others feel comfortable but actually I’m screaming uncontrollably inside.

I struggle with change ( which makes meets harder as they constantly change), and can’t stand the smallest irritating thing touching me- (which is a concern in swinging as I can literally bat someone’s hand away if their touch is irritating me). I confess I lack sensitivity yet thankfully my husband is patiently guiding me through what I could try to do if situations happen again.

Hence the real need for a social in our case because I need the reassurance that I’m ok around you. That I haven’t created an awkward environment- that we can all have fun.

Gosh- I can’t believe I just confessed that to a room full of strangers.

All in the hands of awareness xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Three kids all with Autism

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By *innamon!Woman
over a year ago

no matter

As I have no experience with any type of Autism is there a specific cause?

Just something that randomly happens or hereditary. Certain genes that mix wrong.

Is this something that has only recently been discovered or was it always there in some children.

My youngest is nearly 40 and I truly have no memory of children with all these problems when he was at school. The school system had only just begun to recognise Dyslexia back then and parents struggled to get educational help and those kids were not in the mainstream.

I am sorry to appear stupid on this issue but I rarely mix with kids so dont come across any of the problems parents seem to have these days.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Its just lack of education of all behavioural issues that astounds me. Autism, ADHD, bi polar, depression etc are still misunderstood so badly by many in society.

Well done for your efforts to try and change this

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Great post..

My son is autistic and also has ADHD

It would be great if there was a way to make others more aware of both conditions in adults and children

The only way to increase awareness is to talk about it more often.

Well done Spin.... great post. And to all you others with ASD related conditions, well done for speaking up... keep talking."

I always speak up but no bugger ever wants to listen in the real world..

Its like banging your head against a brick wall sometimes

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Imperfectly perfect. That's how I see people with additional needs.

My boy I swear has aspergers, never officially diagnosed. High acheiving children seem to slip through the net and that's a shame.

Academic yes, socially inept unless it's on his terms yes. Abrupt and needs to plan down to the finest details, likes to know the ins and outs if plans are made, perfectionist which caused anxiety, though we've fought that demon. Still a perfectionist but without the anxiety.

However, now at University, very sociable he tells me, he quite likes people now he says, people are interesting says he.

And again perfection in his studies. Of course I'm proud, but wished he'd got more support when he was younger.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Imperfectly perfect. That's how I see people with additional needs.

My boy I swear has aspergers, never officially diagnosed. High acheiving children seem to slip through the net and that's a shame.

Academic yes, socially inept unless it's on his terms yes. Abrupt and needs to plan down to the finest details, likes to know the ins and outs if plans are made, perfectionist which caused anxiety, though we've fought that demon. Still a perfectionist but without the anxiety.

However, now at University, very sociable he tells me, he quite likes people now he says, people are interesting says he.

And again perfection in his studies. Of course I'm proud, but wished he'd got more support when he was younger."

Sounds like you’re describing me lol

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Such amazing responses on this.

Let's keep it going

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By *hoenixAdAstraWoman
over a year ago

Hiding in the shadows

It's nice to know, you're 'not the only one'

I was always an odd child, but a lot of my behavior was put down to me being adopted.

In my 20s I first heard the term ADHD, and figured.. Yep that's me!

Was only when I had my youngest things finally fell into place though

He has severe ADHD, PDA & ASD.

Part of his evaluations covered my childhood... He is my double.

Being officially diagnosed hasn't changed anything about my life, but it's lifted a weight off my shoulders.

Realising the things I did wasn't me being a bad person, I literally had no control over my actions, and for my parents knowing that they didn't get anything wrong, in fact the way they raised me kept me from going totaly off the rails.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"My son is severely autistic with learning difficulties and there are still too many people who dont understand the condition. People think all people with autism are the same and it is true that when you have met one person with autism you have met one person with autism.

Great post and thank you for being strong enough to create this post xx"

Our son has aspergers and adhd people don't realise that autism encompasses many different traits, some people are high functioning some have lots of problems but as parents we know that they are just as individual as everyone else.

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By *ik9132000Man
over a year ago

Wallsend

My nephew is autistic and being looked after by my mam. She posted one of the test yourself things on Facebook. I gave it a go and scored 28, over 30 was an indication of autism. Obviously not a medical diagnosis but it got me thinking i do seem to have some of the traits.

I am no good in social situations and would prefer to be alone most of the time.

I once thought I might have depression as i wasn't feeling happy or sad but talking to the gp I realised i could not remember ever feeling anything. Then i saw a programme on autism in adults and one guy with a family was exactly the same as me.

After things happened in my life the past few years I started thinking there might be something too this, so went to the gp and got a referral to be assessed.

It took nearly 2 years but i got the assessment the other day and now have a diagnosis of Autism spectrum disorder. Not sure if this would change anything but it is good to know why i am the way i am.

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By *tonMessCouple
over a year ago

Slough Windsor ish


"My nephew is autistic and being looked after by my mam. She posted one of the test yourself things on Facebook. I gave it a go and scored 28, over 30 was an indication of autism. Obviously not a medical diagnosis but it got me thinking i do seem to have some of the traits.

I am no good in social situations and would prefer to be alone most of the time.

I once thought I might have depression as i wasn't feeling happy or sad but talking to the gp I realised i could not remember ever feeling anything. Then i saw a programme on autism in adults and one guy with a family was exactly the same as me.

After things happened in my life the past few years I started thinking there might be something too this, so went to the gp and got a referral to be assessed.

It took nearly 2 years but i got the assessment the other day and now have a diagnosis of Autism spectrum disorder. Not sure if this would change anything but it is good to know why i am the way i am.

"

Having that knowledge you can now create strategies to make your life easier... Before you wouldnt necessarily have done so.

Well done for pushing for a diagnosis in adulthood.

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By *heekyweebissimWoman
over a year ago

fife,


"As a person with Asperger's, I thought I'd do a thread to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

When it comes to fab, it can be pretty hard sometimes for many including myself to socialise here on the forums or when we're out but with the help of the many friends we have, they sure do help us see that we are not alone and can give us newfound confidence and I for one am grateful of the friends I have now.

Let's help spread the awareness and share the love and compassion for all those with Asperger's and other forms of autism."

100% agree

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Excellent post. We should all be more aware and more accepting of the way other people process and navigate life. "

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal". "

I hope you don't feel bullied on here OP, I have only seen support for you, however if you do feel bullied by anyone, you must report it.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

I hope you don't feel bullied on here OP, I have only seen support for you, however if you do feel bullied by anyone, you must report it. "

I never have during my time on here. Thank you so much for your great support. Although some of the comments from others on the other thread calling me a wimp and an attention seeker were not very nice.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

I hope you don't feel bullied on here OP, I have only seen support for you, however if you do feel bullied by anyone, you must report it.

I never have during my time on here. Thank you so much for your great support. Although some of the comments from others on the other thread calling me a wimp and an attention seeker were not very nice."

Yes some of them were uncalled for, but people will always have an opinion, that's the nature of the beast, posting on here. This is still a good thread, highlighting autism and aspergers

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

I hope you don't feel bullied on here OP, I have only seen support for you, however if you do feel bullied by anyone, you must report it.

I never have during my time on here. Thank you so much for your great support. Although some of the comments from others on the other thread calling me a wimp and an attention seeker were not very nice.

Yes some of them were uncalled for, but people will always have an opinion, that's the nature of the beast, posting on here. This is still a good thread, highlighting autism and aspergers "

Yeah that is true. I do respect people's right to an opinion but to resort to name calling is totally unnecessary.

This definitely is a good thread and I'm still glad to have put this together to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

I hope you don't feel bullied on here OP, I have only seen support for you, however if you do feel bullied by anyone, you must report it.

I never have during my time on here. Thank you so much for your great support. Although some of the comments from others on the other thread calling me a wimp and an attention seeker were not very nice.

Yes some of them were uncalled for, but people will always have an opinion, that's the nature of the beast, posting on here. This is still a good thread, highlighting autism and aspergers

Yeah that is true. I do respect people's right to an opinion but to resort to name calling is totally unnecessary.

This definitely is a good thread and I'm still glad to have put this together to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism."

Yes and well done you for doing so!

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

I hope you don't feel bullied on here OP, I have only seen support for you, however if you do feel bullied by anyone, you must report it.

I never have during my time on here. Thank you so much for your great support. Although some of the comments from others on the other thread calling me a wimp and an attention seeker were not very nice.

Yes some of them were uncalled for, but people will always have an opinion, that's the nature of the beast, posting on here. This is still a good thread, highlighting autism and aspergers

Yeah that is true. I do respect people's right to an opinion but to resort to name calling is totally unnecessary.

This definitely is a good thread and I'm still glad to have put this together to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

Yes and well done you for doing so! "

Thank you

What I'm gonna do is put what was said on the other thread behind me and move forward. People like that are not really worth it, are they?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

I hope you don't feel bullied on here OP, I have only seen support for you, however if you do feel bullied by anyone, you must report it.

I never have during my time on here. Thank you so much for your great support. Although some of the comments from others on the other thread calling me a wimp and an attention seeker were not very nice.

Yes some of them were uncalled for, but people will always have an opinion, that's the nature of the beast, posting on here. This is still a good thread, highlighting autism and aspergers

Yeah that is true. I do respect people's right to an opinion but to resort to name calling is totally unnecessary.

This definitely is a good thread and I'm still glad to have put this together to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

Yes and well done you for doing so!

Thank you

What I'm gonna do is put what was said on the other thread behind me and move forward. People like that are not really worth it, are they?"

Continuing to refer to it isn't putting it behind you.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

I hope you don't feel bullied on here OP, I have only seen support for you, however if you do feel bullied by anyone, you must report it.

I never have during my time on here. Thank you so much for your great support. Although some of the comments from others on the other thread calling me a wimp and an attention seeker were not very nice.

Yes some of them were uncalled for, but people will always have an opinion, that's the nature of the beast, posting on here. This is still a good thread, highlighting autism and aspergers

Yeah that is true. I do respect people's right to an opinion but to resort to name calling is totally unnecessary.

This definitely is a good thread and I'm still glad to have put this together to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

Yes and well done you for doing so!

Thank you

What I'm gonna do is put what was said on the other thread behind me and move forward. People like that are not really worth it, are they?"

You are right to move forward

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

I hope you don't feel bullied on here OP, I have only seen support for you, however if you do feel bullied by anyone, you must report it.

I never have during my time on here. Thank you so much for your great support. Although some of the comments from others on the other thread calling me a wimp and an attention seeker were not very nice.

Yes some of them were uncalled for, but people will always have an opinion, that's the nature of the beast, posting on here. This is still a good thread, highlighting autism and aspergers

Yeah that is true. I do respect people's right to an opinion but to resort to name calling is totally unnecessary.

This definitely is a good thread and I'm still glad to have put this together to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

Yes and well done you for doing so!

Thank you

What I'm gonna do is put what was said on the other thread behind me and move forward. People like that are not really worth it, are they?

Continuing to refer to it isn't putting it behind you.

"

You're quite right of course. I'll stop talking about it and move forward

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

I hope you don't feel bullied on here OP, I have only seen support for you, however if you do feel bullied by anyone, you must report it.

I never have during my time on here. Thank you so much for your great support. Although some of the comments from others on the other thread calling me a wimp and an attention seeker were not very nice.

Yes some of them were uncalled for, but people will always have an opinion, that's the nature of the beast, posting on here. This is still a good thread, highlighting autism and aspergers

Yeah that is true. I do respect people's right to an opinion but to resort to name calling is totally unnecessary.

This definitely is a good thread and I'm still glad to have put this together to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

Yes and well done you for doing so!

Thank you

What I'm gonna do is put what was said on the other thread behind me and move forward. People like that are not really worth it, are they?

You are right to move forward "

Yes indeed

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

I hope you don't feel bullied on here OP, I have only seen support for you, however if you do feel bullied by anyone, you must report it.

I never have during my time on here. Thank you so much for your great support. Although some of the comments from others on the other thread calling me a wimp and an attention seeker were not very nice.

Yes some of them were uncalled for, but people will always have an opinion, that's the nature of the beast, posting on here. This is still a good thread, highlighting autism and aspergers

Yeah that is true. I do respect people's right to an opinion but to resort to name calling is totally unnecessary.

This definitely is a good thread and I'm still glad to have put this together to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

Yes and well done you for doing so!

Thank you

What I'm gonna do is put what was said on the other thread behind me and move forward. People like that are not really worth it, are they?

You are right to move forward

Yes indeed "

Have a good day

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

I hope you don't feel bullied on here OP, I have only seen support for you, however if you do feel bullied by anyone, you must report it.

I never have during my time on here. Thank you so much for your great support. Although some of the comments from others on the other thread calling me a wimp and an attention seeker were not very nice.

Yes some of them were uncalled for, but people will always have an opinion, that's the nature of the beast, posting on here. This is still a good thread, highlighting autism and aspergers

Yeah that is true. I do respect people's right to an opinion but to resort to name calling is totally unnecessary.

This definitely is a good thread and I'm still glad to have put this together to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

Yes and well done you for doing so!

Thank you

What I'm gonna do is put what was said on the other thread behind me and move forward. People like that are not really worth it, are they?

You are right to move forward

Yes indeed

Have a good day "

Thanks I will do

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By *ookingforlustMan
over a year ago

northants

Great post OP.

I have my nephew staying with me this weekend. He has autism and ADHD, as well as suffering from severe depression. Just giving his mum and dad a bit of respite and him a daft weekend.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My 6 year old has has been diagnosed with autism. It was a relief. Up until this point i was told it could be Dyspraxia or ADHD, but further observations/test results have shown that it’s Autism, but he has a spiky profile.

Now starting the formal diagnosis process which i understand can be tricky and a lengthy process.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal". "

Depends on what you mean by bullying. If they are being mean about autism etc then that's shit.

If they don't realise that you have asperger's they may just be calling you out on something you've said that they don't like. For example if they criticised how you'd behaved in a situation that other people would find normal, but you'd said you had big issues with it.

Hope that makes sense. x

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

Depends on what you mean by bullying. If they are being mean about autism etc then that's shit.

If they don't realise that you have asperger's they may just be calling you out on something you've said that they don't like. For example if they criticised how you'd behaved in a situation that other people would find normal, but you'd said you had big issues with it.

Hope that makes sense. x"

I guess but if it's ok, I would prefer not to talk about last night as I want to put it behind me.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"My 6 year old has has been diagnosed with autism. It was a relief. Up until this point i was told it could be Dyspraxia or ADHD, but further observations/test results have shown that it’s Autism, but he has a spiky profile.

Now starting the formal diagnosis process which i understand can be tricky and a lengthy process. "

I’ve just started this same process with my 6 yr old.

I’ve known there was something for at least the last 2 years and it’s been hard work getting GP/School on board.

I’ve been told the wait is around 4-6 months for initial assessment by paediatrics.

Good luck to you x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

Depends on what you mean by bullying. If they are being mean about autism etc then that's shit.

If they don't realise that you have asperger's they may just be calling you out on something you've said that they don't like. For example if they criticised how you'd behaved in a situation that other people would find normal, but you'd said you had big issues with it.

Hope that makes sense. x

I guess but if it's ok, I would prefer not to talk about last night as I want to put it behind me."

It was just a general comment. I have no idea what happened last night. Sorry.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

Depends on what you mean by bullying. If they are being mean about autism etc then that's shit.

If they don't realise that you have asperger's they may just be calling you out on something you've said that they don't like. For example if they criticised how you'd behaved in a situation that other people would find normal, but you'd said you had big issues with it.

Hope that makes sense. x

I guess but if it's ok, I would prefer not to talk about last night as I want to put it behind me.

It was just a general comment. I have no idea what happened last night. Sorry. "

Ah ok. I do apologise. It's just I was facing a case of what I thing was bullying last night on a thread I put up yesterday that I have asked to remove due to some of the hurtful comments.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

Depends on what you mean by bullying. If they are being mean about autism etc then that's shit.

If they don't realise that you have asperger's they may just be calling you out on something you've said that they don't like. For example if they criticised how you'd behaved in a situation that other people would find normal, but you'd said you had big issues with it.

Hope that makes sense. x

I guess but if it's ok, I would prefer not to talk about last night as I want to put it behind me.

It was just a general comment. I have no idea what happened last night. Sorry.

Ah ok. I do apologise. It's just I was facing a case of what I thing was bullying last night on a thread I put up yesterday that I have asked to remove due to some of the hurtful comments."

Sorry I had no idea I didn't see it.

Hope you're doing ok today. x

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this back up to help keep the awareness going.

When I was a kid, I used to be bullied when I was in secondary school because of my condition. One of the worst names I was ever called that I still remember to this day was "Woodsider" based on a special school of the name Woodside. I still think it's a horrible name to be called.

As for bullying, we can still get it sometimes even after we've grown up especially online and on forums like on here which I think is wrong. People who resort to name calling and any kind of bullying online shows that they are immature and lack empathy and respect towards people who they consider "different" or "not normal".

Depends on what you mean by bullying. If they are being mean about autism etc then that's shit.

If they don't realise that you have asperger's they may just be calling you out on something you've said that they don't like. For example if they criticised how you'd behaved in a situation that other people would find normal, but you'd said you had big issues with it.

Hope that makes sense. x

I guess but if it's ok, I would prefer not to talk about last night as I want to put it behind me.

It was just a general comment. I have no idea what happened last night. Sorry.

Ah ok. I do apologise. It's just I was facing a case of what I thing was bullying last night on a thread I put up yesterday that I have asked to remove due to some of the hurtful comments.

Sorry I had no idea I didn't see it.

Hope you're doing ok today. x"

It's ok. Yeah I'm doing fine. I've put it behind me anyway and not letting it get to me.

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By *LFB.Woman
over a year ago

Farnborough.


"Imperfectly perfect. That's how I see people with additional needs.

My boy I swear has aspergers, never officially diagnosed. High acheiving children seem to slip through the net and that's a shame.

Academic yes, socially inept unless it's on his terms yes. Abrupt and needs to plan down to the finest details, likes to know the ins and outs if plans are made, perfectionist which caused anxiety, though we've fought that demon. Still a perfectionist but without the anxiety.

However, now at University, very sociable he tells me, he quite likes people now he says, people are interesting says he.

And again perfection in his studies. Of course I'm proud, but wished he'd got more support when he was younger."

Sounds like my daughter and the meltdowns were phenominal at the slightest change in routine wether at home or school.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

While we help spread awareness of Asperger's and other autisms, I think we should help them with their insecurities because sometimes the outside world as well as online can be cruel when it comes to socialising.

Sometimes a hurtful comment or complete ignorance from people can make fellow Aspies like myself feel insecure about themselves and feel like they don't deserve to be around people. Heck, even I've had moments ever since I was a kid where I felt like I was "ugly" and no one would want to be with the likes of me but I know that this isn't true as I have many friends on and offline plus I have been told to be cute on many occasions which I always appreciate the compliment.

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over a year ago

Thought I'd bump this thread to give an update on how I've been with my Asperger's.

I went to a Manchester social event for the first time a few days ago. I had a few friends who I have known here on the forums who looked after me and made sure I had a good time at the venue.

For the first time in my life, I managed to finally mingle and chat with people which for me is a great step in overcoming my social anxieties.

This just proves that if I can do it then anyone with any form of autism can too.

I want to thank my friends who have been there for me at the social event and helped me overcome my worries.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford


"Thought I'd bump this thread to give an update on how I've been with my Asperger's.

I went to a Manchester social event for the first time a few days ago. I had a few friends who I have known here on the forums who looked after me and made sure I had a good time at the venue.

For the first time in my life, I managed to finally mingle and chat with people which for me is a great step in overcoming my social anxieties.

This just proves that if I can do it then anyone with any form of autism can too.

I want to thank my friends who have been there for me at the social event and helped me overcome my worries."

Hey that's great news, a big step for anyone. Glad you enjoyed it, sounds like you made lots of lovely friends too

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this thread to give an update on how I've been with my Asperger's.

I went to a Manchester social event for the first time a few days ago. I had a few friends who I have known here on the forums who looked after me and made sure I had a good time at the venue.

For the first time in my life, I managed to finally mingle and chat with people which for me is a great step in overcoming my social anxieties.

This just proves that if I can do it then anyone with any form of autism can too.

I want to thank my friends who have been there for me at the social event and helped me overcome my worries.

Hey that's great news, a big step for anyone. Glad you enjoyed it, sounds like you made lots of lovely friends too "

Yeah. I got some nice verifications from who I spoke to at the social

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this thread to give an update on how I've been with my Asperger's.

I went to a Manchester social event for the first time a few days ago. I had a few friends who I have known here on the forums who looked after me and made sure I had a good time at the venue.

For the first time in my life, I managed to finally mingle and chat with people which for me is a great step in overcoming my social anxieties.

This just proves that if I can do it then anyone with any form of autism can too.

I want to thank my friends who have been there for me at the social event and helped me overcome my worries."

I met you for the first time on Saturday and we had a chat. You're a lovely guy. Glad you had a nice afternoon.

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By *aeganaWoman
over a year ago

birmingham

Great post my daughter has adhd aspergers and dysoraxia and its not easy x

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this thread to give an update on how I've been with my Asperger's.

I went to a Manchester social event for the first time a few days ago. I had a few friends who I have known here on the forums who looked after me and made sure I had a good time at the venue.

For the first time in my life, I managed to finally mingle and chat with people which for me is a great step in overcoming my social anxieties.

This just proves that if I can do it then anyone with any form of autism can too.

I want to thank my friends who have been there for me at the social event and helped me overcome my worries.

I met you for the first time on Saturday and we had a chat. You're a lovely guy. Glad you had a nice afternoon. "

Yes indeed. Thanks. I sure did enjoy myself that day

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Great post my daughter has adhd aspergers and dysoraxia and its not easy x"

Thank you. I'm sure it isn't easy.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford


"Thought I'd bump this thread to give an update on how I've been with my Asperger's.

I went to a Manchester social event for the first time a few days ago. I had a few friends who I have known here on the forums who looked after me and made sure I had a good time at the venue.

For the first time in my life, I managed to finally mingle and chat with people which for me is a great step in overcoming my social anxieties.

This just proves that if I can do it then anyone with any form of autism can too.

I want to thank my friends who have been there for me at the social event and helped me overcome my worries.

Hey that's great news, a big step for anyone. Glad you enjoyed it, sounds like you made lots of lovely friends too

Yeah. I got some nice verifications from who I spoke to at the social "

Yes, I can see that

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this thread to give an update on how I've been with my Asperger's.

I went to a Manchester social event for the first time a few days ago. I had a few friends who I have known here on the forums who looked after me and made sure I had a good time at the venue.

For the first time in my life, I managed to finally mingle and chat with people which for me is a great step in overcoming my social anxieties.

This just proves that if I can do it then anyone with any form of autism can too.

I want to thank my friends who have been there for me at the social event and helped me overcome my worries.

Hey that's great news, a big step for anyone. Glad you enjoyed it, sounds like you made lots of lovely friends too

Yeah. I got some nice verifications from who I spoke to at the social

Yes, I can see that "

Yeah. I'll look forward to doing another social later in the new year

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford


"Thought I'd bump this thread to give an update on how I've been with my Asperger's.

I went to a Manchester social event for the first time a few days ago. I had a few friends who I have known here on the forums who looked after me and made sure I had a good time at the venue.

For the first time in my life, I managed to finally mingle and chat with people which for me is a great step in overcoming my social anxieties.

This just proves that if I can do it then anyone with any form of autism can too.

I want to thank my friends who have been there for me at the social event and helped me overcome my worries.

Hey that's great news, a big step for anyone. Glad you enjoyed it, sounds like you made lots of lovely friends too

Yeah. I got some nice verifications from who I spoke to at the social

Yes, I can see that

Yeah. I'll look forward to doing another social later in the new year "

It's a bit of encouragement for those that are nervous about going to socials, hopefully they will follow your lead!

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over a year ago

personally i think you are brave to face this and bring it to my attention on the forum.

many people do not have the courage to do what you have done today.

thank you for doing this

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over a year ago

Hi all that fantastic that people wanna spread the word about autism and aspergers I my self have aspergers and some other learning difficulties I just hope people understand more I was homeless lived on the streets and the local council would not help I was diagnosed 1 month after my mum sadly passed away and also my dad has now but I own my own house a trustee of a charity , I suffer from not been good looking lol but hay who cares I only care about wht on the inside really. I have had a few years of hardship my self confidence and belief is gone but I am slowly getting there it Evan harder when you know your mum and dad will never see you marry or even have kids , with all that aswelll my aspergers each day is hard every life milestone anther one missed by my parents and my aspergers help me in away xxxx

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Thought I'd bump this thread to give an update on how I've been with my Asperger's.

I went to a Manchester social event for the first time a few days ago. I had a few friends who I have known here on the forums who looked after me and made sure I had a good time at the venue.

For the first time in my life, I managed to finally mingle and chat with people which for me is a great step in overcoming my social anxieties.

This just proves that if I can do it then anyone with any form of autism can too.

I want to thank my friends who have been there for me at the social event and helped me overcome my worries.

Hey that's great news, a big step for anyone. Glad you enjoyed it, sounds like you made lots of lovely friends too

Yeah. I got some nice verifications from who I spoke to at the social

Yes, I can see that

Yeah. I'll look forward to doing another social later in the new year

It's a bit of encouragement for those that are nervous about going to socials, hopefully they will follow your lead! "

Yes indeed. I'm sure this will help others and give them the encouragement they need.

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By *urvymamaWoman
over a year ago

Doncaster

You did so great Spin was so lovely to see you coming out of your shell as I know how difficult you find it, you really pushed yourself, and this will hopefully inspire others to follow suit, you should be really proud of yourself

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"personally i think you are brave to face this and bring it to my attention on the forum.

many people do not have the courage to do what you have done today.

thank you for doing this"

Thank you so much

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"You did so great Spin was so lovely to see you coming out of your shell as I know how difficult you find it, you really pushed yourself, and this will hopefully inspire others to follow suit, you should be really proud of yourself

"

Aww thanks Curvy. I definitely am proud of how I've been at the social and I thank you for that. This sure will inspire others to follow suit and gain new confidence

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By *urvymamaWoman
over a year ago

Doncaster


"You did so great Spin was so lovely to see you coming out of your shell as I know how difficult you find it, you really pushed yourself, and this will hopefully inspire others to follow suit, you should be really proud of yourself

Aww thanks Curvy. I definitely am proud of how I've been at the social and I thank you for that. This sure will inspire others to follow suit and gain new confidence "

No need to thank me you did it all on your own

I was just there Incase you needed/wanted a bit of support which you didn’t xx

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

Great news op. The forum is full of fantastic people, so the socials help to manifest everyone's greatness together. Great that you are taking wonderful steps forward op.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"You did so great Spin was so lovely to see you coming out of your shell as I know how difficult you find it, you really pushed yourself, and this will hopefully inspire others to follow suit, you should be really proud of yourself

Aww thanks Curvy. I definitely am proud of how I've been at the social and I thank you for that. This sure will inspire others to follow suit and gain new confidence

No need to thank me you did it all on your own

I was just there Incase you needed/wanted a bit of support which you didn’t xx"

Yeah you're right there lol.

I'll look forward to going to a social again later in the new year

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Great news op. The forum is full of fantastic people, so the socials help to manifest everyone's greatness together. Great that you are taking wonderful steps forward op. "

Thank you. I am glad to have made it this far and will continue to do so in the future

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"As I have no experience with any type of Autism is there a specific cause?

Just something that randomly happens or hereditary. Certain genes that mix wrong.

Is this something that has only recently been discovered or was it always there in some children.

My youngest is nearly 40 and I truly have no memory of children with all these problems when he was at school. The school system had only just begun to recognise Dyslexia back then and parents struggled to get educational help and those kids were not in the mainstream.

I am sorry to appear stupid on this issue but I rarely mix with kids so dont come across any of the problems parents seem to have these days. "

These issues were always there but they just weren’t understood or diagnosed. Instead, many people just got labelled with disgusting, hurtful names. The chances are that you have known plenty of people with autism

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Hi all that fantastic that people wanna spread the word about autism and aspergers I my self have aspergers and some other learning difficulties I just hope people understand more I was homeless lived on the streets and the local council would not help I was diagnosed 1 month after my mum sadly passed away and also my dad has now but I own my own house a trustee of a charity , I suffer from not been good looking lol but hay who cares I only care about wht on the inside really. I have had a few years of hardship my self confidence and belief is gone but I am slowly getting there it Evan harder when you know your mum and dad will never see you marry or even have kids , with all that aswelll my aspergers each day is hard every life milestone anther one missed by my parents and my aspergers help me in away xxxx "

Never say never. You might meet someone.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

They're both spectrums, that you'll find most on to some extent.

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over a year ago


"Hi all that fantastic that people wanna spread the word about autism and aspergers I my self have aspergers and some other learning difficulties I just hope people understand more I was homeless lived on the streets and the local council would not help I was diagnosed 1 month after my mum sadly passed away and also my dad has now but I own my own house a trustee of a charity , I suffer from not been good looking lol but hay who cares I only care about wht on the inside really. I have had a few years of hardship my self confidence and belief is gone but I am slowly getting there it Evan harder when you know your mum and dad will never see you marry or even have kids , with all that aswelll my aspergers each day is hard every life milestone anther one missed by my parents and my aspergers help me in away xxxx

Never say never. You might meet someone. "
I hope so but it hard people are so judgemental at times it not fair xxx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"As a person with Asperger's, I thought I'd do a thread to help spread the awareness of Asperger's and other forms of autism.

When it comes to fab, it can be pretty hard sometimes for many including myself to socialise here on the forums or when we're out but with the help of the many friends we have, they sure do help us see that we are not alone and can give us newfound confidence and I for one am grateful of the friends I have now.

Let's help spread the awareness and share the love and compassion for all those with Asperger's and other forms of autism."

Here here i was blocked by someone as she didn't want to catch it

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