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Post by VenomFang on Dec 29, 2011 17:59:51 GMT -5
A lot of people here have huge dvd, comic book, video game, action figure, etc. collections so if you can afford all that junk then you can afford to see a doctor.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 29, 2011 18:00:59 GMT -5
As you've already surmised, I would get tested by someone NOT on the Internet ;D
I was diagnosed with a learning disability at age 5 but the AS diagnosis didn't come until I was 13.
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Post by Dr Mrs The Monarch on Dec 29, 2011 18:02:20 GMT -5
Just an innocent question here: People seem to think it's really important to see a doctor for diagnosis, and I agree that it's the only reliable way to find out for sure (although what kind of doctor to see is a whole other question), but what is the actual benefit to finding out one way or the other? By seeing a psychologist/psychiatrist, you can receive therapy and/or medication.
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Post by Alexander The So-so on Dec 29, 2011 18:36:25 GMT -5
You should look into it if you suspect it, but believe me when I tell you: self-diagnosis is one of the worst things you can do. You need outside, objective analysis. Back when I was in college, I began swearing that I was bipolar, or at least cyclothymic. Turns out, I was simply socially alienated and directionless due to the fact that I was in college. My "cure" turned out to be getting a full-time job and making an honest living.
Certain disorders and syndromes definitely do exist, but people need to avoid slapping labels on themselves for problems that should be solved by everyday changes in your lifestyle.
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Post by FUNK_US/BRODUS on Dec 29, 2011 18:56:43 GMT -5
You should look into it if you suspect it, but believe me when I tell you: self-diagnosis is one of the worst things you can do. You need outside, objective analysis. Back when I was in college, I began swearing that I was bipolar, or at least cyclothymic. Turns out, I was simply socially alienated and directionless due to the fact that I was in college. My "cure" turned out to be getting a full-time job and making an honest living. Certain disorders and syndromes definitely do exist, but people need to avoid slapping labels on themselves for problems that should be solved by everyday changes in your lifestyle. This. I think people sometimes want a crutch to lean on, an excuse for why there is something that they perceive to be wrong with themselves. It's a lot easier to just say "Oh, I have Asperger's, I have a condition that makes me awkward"
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Post by biafra on Dec 29, 2011 19:25:16 GMT -5
On the flip side I refused to believe I had anxiety issues for years; up until it damn near cost me my family and had me consulting suicide prevention resources. After finally admitting I had a problem my doctor diagnosed me with anxiety and severe depression. So yeah don't rely on self diagnosis, but don't put any stock in anyone telling you your problems aren't real either.
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Post by The Line on Dec 29, 2011 19:45:04 GMT -5
but don't put any stock in anyone telling you your problems aren't real either. I wouldn't say don't put ANY stock in what other people say, depending on their experience.
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Post by h on Dec 29, 2011 21:38:36 GMT -5
Just an innocent question here: People seem to think it's really important to see a doctor for diagnosis, and I agree that it's the only reliable way to find out for sure (although what kind of doctor to see is a whole other question), but what is the actual benefit to finding out one way or the other? By seeing a psychologist/psychiatrist, you can receive therapy and/or medication. Thank you.
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Post by Gummydavidson on Dec 29, 2011 22:11:53 GMT -5
Speaking as a fellow who was diagnosed with this disorder years ago, by a doctor rather than an internet test, at first I had no idea how I could even have such a thing. It took me years to finally realize just how noticeable it was. But then again thinking back there were some definite signs that said I had it. One example is that it took me years to learn how to tie my shoes. It seemed that no matter what I did I couldn't figure it out until one day it just clicked. I couldn't understand why back then it was so difficult for me to learn how to do what was considered such an easy task. I also eventually realized that I have a tendency to ramble on at times whenever talking about something I have a particular interest in. For example whenever somebody brings up wrestling chances are I will interject and start spouting off as many pieces of trivia that come to mind about it. Sometimes I don't even realize how long I've been prattling on for until it's over. There is a difference between being shy or antisocial and having Asperger's Syndrome. Don't trust that just because you took a test online that says you have it to be the determining factor you do indeed have it. I would definitely recommend you get yourself a real diagnosis just to be sure. I also had the same problem with tying my shoelaces
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Post by TheVoiceofReason on Dec 29, 2011 22:17:31 GMT -5
Speaking as a fellow who was diagnosed with this disorder years ago, by a doctor rather than an internet test, at first I had no idea how I could even have such a thing. It took me years to finally realize just how noticeable it was. But then again thinking back there were some definite signs that said I had it. One example is that it took me years to learn how to tie my shoes. It seemed that no matter what I did I couldn't figure it out until one day it just clicked. I couldn't understand why back then it was so difficult for me to learn how to do what was considered such an easy task. I also eventually realized that I have a tendency to ramble on at times whenever talking about something I have a particular interest in. For example whenever somebody brings up wrestling chances are I will interject and start spouting off as many pieces of trivia that come to mind about it. Sometimes I don't even realize how long I've been prattling on for until it's over. There is a difference between being shy or antisocial and having Asperger's Syndrome. Don't trust that just because you took a test online that says you have it to be the determining factor you do indeed have it. I would definitely recommend you get yourself a real diagnosis just to be sure. I also had the same problem with tying my shoelaces My second grade teacher ended up showing me how to tie my shoes properly. Beforehand, I was told that making a loop and wrapping the other lace around the loop was the proper method, yet I could not grasp it. She showed me an alternative method, and that's how I've been tying my shoes ever since.
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Post by Wolf Hawkfield no1 NZ poster on Dec 30, 2011 6:35:57 GMT -5
I really cant stand the "self diagnosis" generation. It's like ten years of medical education and all the experience after means f*** all to you when you have Google on your iPhone. Im not saying trust doctors with every little facet of your health, but when people list one or two symptoms of Asperger's and instantly think theyve made a life changing discovery about themselves, its really annoying. Some people can't afford to see doctors, you know. The whole I can't afford a doctor is still a bulls*** excuse of the highest order. As far as I'm concerned if someone thinks they have it but isn't willing see a doctor or specialist for whatever bulls*** reason then they should shut up and learn how to deal with their own inadequacies.
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Post by Dan Gerous on Dec 30, 2011 8:59:39 GMT -5
Everyone and their dog has Aspergers. Everyone here seems to, at least. Ain't that the truth
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Post by Danimal on Dec 30, 2011 9:34:28 GMT -5
You should look into it if you suspect it, but believe me when I tell you: self-diagnosis is one of the worst things you can do. You need outside, objective analysis. Back when I was in college, I began swearing that I was bipolar, or at least cyclothymic. Turns out, I was simply socially alienated and directionless due to the fact that I was in college. My "cure" turned out to be getting a full-time job and making an honest living. Certain disorders and syndromes definitely do exist, but people need to avoid slapping labels on themselves for problems that should be solved by everyday changes in your lifestyle. Solid post Aspergers seems to have become the diagnosis du jour. The condition obviously exists and has a considerable impact on the lives affected. For that very reason the diagnosis shouldn't be thrown around. Just because you're socially awkward(hell I've been there too) it doesn't mean you have a moderate form of autism.
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Post by Back to being Cenanuff on Dec 30, 2011 9:39:59 GMT -5
After seeing some red flags in my son, I had him evaluated, and he ended up with a diagnosis of PDD, which is on the Autism spectrum (though I think it's better described as a pool, with varying depths), but isn't really called Autism. It's weird. In him, it manifests itself as a speech delay, with behaviors that are associated with the frustration that comes with not being able to communicate his thoughts effectively. Now, after being in therapy and Kindergarten and after school learning for about 6 months, you really can't tell him apart from the other kids unless you know what you're looking for. The strange part is, I know people that remember me from when I was his age, and they say I showed a lot of the same behaviors, and facial expressions, and so on that he shows, so it makes me wonder if we had the same evaluation methods in the 70s as we do today, would I have been diagnosed on the Autism spectrum?
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