I think I have Aspergers

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For the longest time, I've had the poorest social skills. I didn't talk until I was three when I was diagnosed with a pragmatic language delay. In 2005, I had a possible ASD diagnosis, however this was ruled out, partly because I was described as "very social, although not always appropriate". In a 2007 doctors report it was noted I had a tendency to not look at people in the eyes and I didn't understand body language. I also had difficulty expressing myself, especially when talking about feelings.

Another things that was noted was that I tended to have 6-7 tantrums a week and I had a tendency to resist activities that I didn't like. I also had some self-stimulatory behavior.

To this day, I have problems with non-verbal communication and I tend to get very overstimulated at times. I'm seen as rather strange by some of my peers and I feel like I could have undiagnosed Asperger's.

Depending on where you located, you, technically, cannot be diagnosed with Asperger's.

Saying this, it doesn't matter. You can be diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Level One, and it would mean at least somewhat the same thing. You would get the same accommodations.

What does your school think about you getting an assessment?

I live in Canada and I don't think my school would really be equipped for that.

What part of Canada? Maybe I can get some province-specific information for you.

Are you in "regular," or "honors" classes?

Welcome to wrong planet.

It is a common misconception that Autistic people cannot be extroverts. It is the poor ability to socialize and understand others that is a trait of autism. As a result of bad things happening when trying to socialize many autistics shy away from being social but introversion or shyness is not an autistic trait. This distinction is more understood then it was during the 2000's.

You should explore the Autism Alberta website. They will have phone numbers and such.

Perhaps, in speaking to someone from the organization, you could get info about how to get a diagnosis.

How have you been progressing through the years. Are you able to put some of these negative attributes behind you and grow and develop integrating into society? Or are your challenges accumulating over time?

I said: "depending on where you're located."

So is it possible for me to have it?

Under the ICD-10 diagnostic manual, Asperger's exist.

Under the DSM-V, it does not.

I meant Autism in general