Want a diagnosis but affraid of being too high on the spectr

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spectrum.

I know I am AS. No need to debate that.

However, I would like a diagnosis for the added help, understanding and possible financial aid. I have problems with doing 'normal things.' Life can be kind of a struggle and I'd be happier being diagnosed.

If you're afraid of being too high on the spectrum, stop smoking weeds, you'll then be just on the spectrum. Little joke.

And I don't really understand what does "high" mean in this case. Does it mean "severe" or "mild"?

The OP is afraid their AS traits will be too mild to be picked up by a professional.

Oh, "high functioning", I see.

Honestly, I don't know how to help OP.

If you need help to do 'normal things' go for it. I think most of us thought our symptoms were too mild to be diagnosed. It's a common fear.

Mild (I'd say).

I have a very small understanding of the use of tones ocassionally. But mostly because I'm used to the context. For example in a question.

Almost blind as a bat. I read a few common facial expressions like happy and angry (can't tell if someones faking). I completely suck at 'those' facial tests.

Mild to severe anxiety. I can front confidence on good days but can't speak to people well. I don't know how to explain it. If I'm talking about something or problem solving-I can deal with it. But suck at small talk.

Usually, I'm alone. I can't make friends and don't need much socializing.

The thing is, I realize I take things literally, so I don't 'fall for it' most of the time.

I think I am quite insightful-which isn't common as far as I know.

I disslike making eye contact and usually avoid it. I can make eye contact but just end up staring at people.

I wasn't very good at school and think it was because of my anxiety and learning style. Doctors and others say I am intelligent though.

I have a very high verbal I.Q. but a VERY low performance I.Q. As in little to no performance for a few years now despite that I used to be active.

Obsession with my AS.
Difficulty with seeing the bigger picture can make a lot of things more difficult to understand.
Logical.

Some sounds irritate me. (I took the batteries out of my door bell). Although noises won't cause a meltdown or anything.

I have my own set of aspie quirks but am able to control myself most of the time.
I am too stiff and controlled in movement.
And most people around me will begin to notice I'm different sooner or later.

Having thought about it, I'd say I was high functioning with an interest in self development.

I'd just feel bad if they said I wasn't...I know I am.

Well, from what you said I think you'd get diagnosed. What are your interests? Do that take up a lot of time and do you focus on just them? Can you talk to people about them?

Thing is Asperger's has a lot of similarities with other disorders that you can also have as well.