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 Forum: Getting to know each other   Topic: Sapling Looking to Grow

 Post subject: Sapling Looking to Grow
Posted: 14 Nov 2022, 8:14 am 

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Hello, Recently I have come to believe I may have Asperger's based on the experiences in my life I could not attribute to being a neurotypical person. I often have to explain my intentions as people can perceive me as blunt or rude if I don't -- when my only intention is to help. I'm glad I found th...

 Forum: Adult Autism Issues   Topic: 24 Years Old — Had the Epiphany

Posted: 14 Nov 2022, 8:09 am 

Replies: 2
Views: 67


Fnord wrote:
As far as I know, no one here is qualified to render a valid diagnosis solely from a subjectively-written text on a social website.  You would be better off to consult an appropriately-trained and licensed mental-health practitioner in person.


Thanks, will do here within a few months

 Forum: Adult Autism Issues   Topic: How can I improve my social skills?

Posted: 13 Nov 2022, 9:17 pm 

Replies: 6
Views: 61


Oh also, this is kinda pseudo-science but I notice when talking in a group of three people, if they’re feet are angled towards you, they like you and want you in the conversation — if both people’s feet are facing away from you, you are not desired in the conversation. Take that with a grain of salt...

 Forum: Adult Autism Issues   Topic: How can I improve my social skills?

Posted: 13 Nov 2022, 9:16 pm 

Replies: 6
Views: 61


Asking questions is the way I learned to improve mine. Lead the conversation with questions about their life or interests and if they mention something you can add onto or if you have a related story — tie into that. Avoid cutting people off and try to make eye contact for a few seconds every so oft...

 Forum: Adult Autism Issues   Topic: 24 Years Old — Had the Epiphany

Posted: 13 Nov 2022, 9:09 pm 

Replies: 2
Views: 67


I think I may have Asperger’s. I made a good friend on Discord and it felt like he was the first dude I’ve connected with in a while. He reminds me a lot of myself with his speech patterns and thought processes. Well, he came to reveal he has Asperger’s recently and it all suddenly made sense. When ...
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