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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: I am still confused about the difference between HFA and AS |
| samuelbird |
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Posted: 25 Jun 2014, 11:21 am
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Replies: 18
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| I am living in the UK and when I was diagnosed the doctor said that I have Aspergers. However, she said that my diagnosis was down as HFA. Is this just because of formalities and changes in the diagnosis system? I get the feeling that things have changed recently, is tis true? What is the difference... |
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Forum: Getting to know each other Topic: Hello |
| samuelbird |
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Posted: 17 Jun 2014, 5:42 am
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Replies: 6
Views: 383
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| I like reptiles too! I have a couple of leopard geckos. My knowledge of snakes is vast, so I'm happy to discuss reptiles any time. |
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Forum: Getting to know each other Topic: Hello |
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Posted: 16 Jun 2014, 8:48 am
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Replies: 5
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| Hi, I decided to join this forum. I am a 16 year old and am currently living in the UK(London). I was formally diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome, although the psychiatrist said that this diagnosis does not exist anymore so it's technically HFA. My interests include mathematics, physics, robotics/mul... |
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Forum: Getting to know each other Topic: Introducing Myself |
| samuelbird |
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Posted: 16 Jun 2014, 8:35 am
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Replies: 5
Views: 475
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Welcome, I know what you mean about people wanting you to be socially normal. This happens to me too, but I have now left secondary school(UK)!  |
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Forum: Adolescent Autism Forum Topic: My parents don't believe me about Aspergers. |
| samuelbird |
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Posted: 16 Jun 2014, 8:27 am
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,508
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| Just say it. I kept it a secret for 3 years before essentially having a nervous breakdown and depression. Having that much tension, and anger in some cases, for such an extended amount of time is not very good for you and can seriously affect your psyche. |
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Forum: School and College Life Topic: Stressing out about GCSEs? :/ |
| samuelbird |
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Posted: 16 Jun 2014, 5:14 am
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Replies: 2
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| I wouldn't even think about it. I was predicted and have been getting A* in all of my subjects at GCSE. However, I had school issues last year with depression and bullying and I started school refusing, so those grades are gone. The most important thing for me is an A at physics at least ( I already... |
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Forum: Computers, Math, Science, and Technology Topic: What is a good tools checklist to become a programmer? |
| samuelbird |
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Posted: 16 Jun 2014, 5:05 am
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Replies: 19
Views: 5,241
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Ummm... enjoy it!  |
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Forum: Computers, Math, Science, and Technology Topic: What are your current programming projects? |
| samuelbird |
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Posted: 15 Jun 2014, 12:32 pm
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,921
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Well, I am designing and am about to start building and programming my own custom flight controller for a multi-copter, based on a standard Arduino Uno. My long term goal is to make a very cheap and reliable deign for a Quad-Copter..
..because I can barely afford one.  |
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Forum: Computers, Math, Science, and Technology Topic: Will our kids ever go outside again? |
| samuelbird |
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Posted: 15 Jun 2014, 12:28 pm
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Replies: 4
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| As a 15 year old, I actually spent a lot of time outside, even in London where I come from, due to my phenomenal interest in herpetology and science/nature in general. As I got older, I became more and more bullied so crawled away to fantasy worlds of video games and the internet. Although I learnt ... |
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Forum: Computers, Math, Science, and Technology Topic: What's fun in math |
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Posted: 15 Jun 2014, 12:23 pm
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,869
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May I recommend Graph Theory. It is an interesting field and it is often the first port of call for research. Have a look at this to get started: http://diestel-graph-theory.com
There are almost no perquisites also so thats a bonus. |
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Forum: Computers, Math, Science, and Technology Topic: Why do you like Mathematics? |
| samuelbird |
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Posted: 15 Jun 2014, 12:20 pm
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Replies: 48
Views: 10,464
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| I find it interesting and stimulates inquisitiveness when I try to solve a difficult problem or learn something new. |
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Forum: Adolescent Autism Forum Topic: How do you normally feel |
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Posted: 14 Jun 2014, 9:26 am
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Replies: 2
Views: 541
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| On an average day, how do you feel? I don't mean things like hurt feelings etc. but how cluttered is you rmind? Can you motivate yourself? Is it normal for aspires to never be happy? I want to be happy really badly and go back to enjoying my hobbies but I think that, without knowing it, this has bee... |
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Forum: Adolescent Autism Forum Topic: What's the worst dream you have ever had |
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Posted: 14 Jun 2014, 8:54 am
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Replies: 23
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| There were a couple. One was when me and my family were in some sort of factory along with lots of other people, preparing to die. We were then put on some sort of cart/rollercoaster and travelled underwater to drown. Another was when I was in a different room to my family and a serial killer came i... |
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Forum: Adolescent Autism Forum Topic: When were you diagnosed? |
| samuelbird |
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Posted: 14 Jun 2014, 8:46 am
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Replies: 41
Views: 26,438
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| Last year (I was 14). The diagnosis came after I was referred to CAMHS(UK) for depression. |
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Forum: Computers, Math, Science, and Technology Topic: What is the programming language of the future? |
| samuelbird |
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Posted: 13 Jun 2014, 2:16 pm
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Replies: 52
Views: 26,601
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| SWIFT! Goodbye, Objective-C! |
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Forum: Social Skills and Making Friends Topic: how you deal with being insulted? |
| samuelbird |
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Posted: 13 Jun 2014, 12:17 pm
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,189
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| I haver a standard reply. I normally say something along these lines: "If you really want to speak to me you don't have to be shy and hide your true feelings. Fine, I'll let you have an autograph - that will go nicely with your shrine of me.". That tends to put them in their place. |
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