CDMcVey
If you don't want to know the answer, don't ask..
Greetings to those that read this post and a deep thanks.
I just recently got my ASD diagnosis coupled with C-PTSD, Anxiety, and Depression (even though I don't feel depressed). I was even tested to have a higher than average IQ which makes this seem all the more frustrating for me. I have suffered everything from vicious bullies to being told I'm "not fast enough" at work, to social interactions being very tedious for me. I tend to stay away from crowds, not liking being in them so going out of the house is actually a huge chore for me.
I have several interests and have thought of doing YouTube full time for my occupation, but I struggle with knowing what to put up since I have an interest in a few things. I lack the social ability to mingle and "properly" fit in which I have long decided that if people don't like me for me then they can leave. However, I long for a good friend, one that I can talk to, connecting with others that are like me on the spectrum, and can understand the struggles. My journey to being diagnosed was actually a very long one and at long last I have finally gotten it. I can't wait to see what this forum has to offer in conversation and finally not having to worry about missing social cues. Besides, I also find being blunt is far better than not. Are you like me? If so, maybe we can be friends? I would love to hear from you and your thoughts!
I just recently got my ASD diagnosis coupled with C-PTSD, Anxiety, and Depression (even though I don't feel depressed). I was even tested to have a higher than average IQ which makes this seem all the more frustrating for me. I have suffered everything from vicious bullies to being told I'm "not fast enough" at work, to social interactions being very tedious for me. I tend to stay away from crowds, not liking being in them so going out of the house is actually a huge chore for me.
I have several interests and have thought of doing YouTube full time for my occupation, but I struggle with knowing what to put up since I have an interest in a few things. I lack the social ability to mingle and "properly" fit in which I have long decided that if people don't like me for me then they can leave. However, I long for a good friend, one that I can talk to, connecting with others that are like me on the spectrum, and can understand the struggles. My journey to being diagnosed was actually a very long one and at long last I have finally gotten it. I can't wait to see what this forum has to offer in conversation and finally not having to worry about missing social cues. Besides, I also find being blunt is far better than not. Are you like me? If so, maybe we can be friends? I would love to hear from you and your thoughts!