Hello there. I'm MaxwellS. I am new to WP. I am 18, and was diagnosed as a child as Asperger's. Over the years, what was more damaging to my life was the childhood bipolar disorder. I was put on medicine for that, and it dramatically changed my life, and even helped with some symptoms of ASD.
I am a staunch activist for children's rights, so please don't take it personal if I express my views. I am against any form of violence, and that includes any form of violence towards children. If you disagree with me on that one, please do it respectfully.
On a lighter note, I think that I am ready for a girlfriend. I know how to make friends, as it seems everyone wants to be my friend, which is a bit of a challenge, especially when you just want to be left alone (maybe it helps to share that my autism is quite obvious, so women naturally want to nurture). I know how to make eye contact, and engage in conversation without it being one sided. But when it comes to dating, I fall apart. I know what to do in a relationship (rules, norms, etc.), especially a marriage, but I don't know how to get there.
I am very fortunate to have a mother who is an autistic support teacher. She is very patient, and I think I posted about how attached I am to her. It isn't healthy.
I was first diagnosed as a toddler, and given early intervention at age 2, around the time that I started reading. I found out I was on the spectrum at around age 10, and it was a relief that there was actually a name for why I stood out.
I probably won't post here that much, as I have other issues as well. I just have a few things to take care of here.
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Young adult, male
Openly autistic
18 Jun 2015, 8:33 pm
