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Forum: Women's Discussion Topic: Autistic women often portrayed in a negative light? |
| alexbeetle |
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Posted: 22 Nov 2016, 5:36 pm
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,867
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| i have been at different extremes, very introvert and unable to speak to can't shut up and behaving very childish. i don't seem to have the same filters and self control, have to always be honest about what i think (not always good in social situations - if asked does a dress make someone look fat i... |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: Me, Me, Me, Me! |
| alexbeetle |
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Posted: 27 Dec 2009, 9:30 am
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,255
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| You are 15 - you are supposed to feel like that 8O You are not a bad person, be kinder to yourself :D I used to tear myself up about all my failings (and still do sometimes), I used to think terrible things would happen if I made the smallest mistake, but have learnt to forgive myself more. Bad thin... |
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Forum: In-Depth Adult Life Discussion Topic: I don't think I can carry on anymore |
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Posted: 25 Aug 2008, 3:39 pm
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,250
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| Thank you everyone for your help and support. I am feeling a bit better and have the plan that I will try let go of my work so it is just a job and not the main important focus of my life (it is my obsession topic so it is difficult to do), I have been looking at evening courses to have other fulfil... |
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Forum: In-Depth Adult Life Discussion Topic: I don't think I can carry on anymore |
| alexbeetle |
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Posted: 24 Aug 2008, 1:00 pm
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,250
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| I'm 42, told I had AS a few years ago. I have got through life by tenacity, I just grit my teeth and do what comes next, I have wanted to die for most of my life and wish I could believe that death is a final end then I could kill myself but I'm afraid to find I would just keep existing in another s... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Disassociation from your own body? |
| alexbeetle |
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Posted: 26 May 2008, 3:53 pm
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Replies: 39
Views: 3,821
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| I relate to what you say. I split from my body when I was quite young (if ever we were totally together) It is a constant battle as to who is in charge of what happens and sometimes I can't wait to get out of here. Mostly though I have learned to be understanding and forgiving and we muddle along ok. |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: babies first words? |
| alexbeetle |
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Posted: 23 May 2008, 8:38 pm
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Replies: 4
Views: 937
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its real words
babies can communicate as young as 6 months using signs if taught them, I guess formulating words is a bit harder and takes longer |
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Forum: Women's Discussion Topic: I'm not seen as a girl? |
| alexbeetle |
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Posted: 18 May 2008, 3:02 pm
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,653
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| I read through this and it seems like people are trying to make excuses for the guys and question your looks, mannerisms etc I needed validate your position. You were unfairly treated, he was an ass. I do think some men treat women based on their physical attractiveness and this is wrong they should... |
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Forum: Women's Discussion Topic: Aspise girls and the mean boy friend syndrome. |
| alexbeetle |
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Posted: 18 May 2008, 2:56 pm
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Replies: 17
Views: 5,073
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Yes
I get taken advantage of and physically/emotionally abused a lot both by family, partners and work colleagues. I automatically think everyone is my friend and am an easy target and never learn. |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: Trying to Find Myself |
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Posted: 12 May 2008, 3:43 pm
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Replies: 2
Views: 637
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| voluntary work , you can sometimes find projects that don't involve much people interaction |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: need help to understand somnething |
| alexbeetle |
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Posted: 12 May 2008, 3:41 pm
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,233
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| so long as you get the help you need is what matters |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Don't know where to start |
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Posted: 06 May 2008, 4:43 pm
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,391
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Forum: Work and finding a Job Topic: interviews |
| alexbeetle |
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Posted: 06 May 2008, 4:42 pm
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,903
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| btw we are just taking on someone new who I suspect has AS. There is an odd work history, references say he is excellent at his job but not sociable and he has moved from place to place a lot. I think he will fit into our lab ok though. I now tell people I have AS, but after I get offered the job an... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Hi there |
| alexbeetle |
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Posted: 06 May 2008, 4:28 pm
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Replies: 7
Views: 762
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welcome to WP!
I hope you are not dead?
I have been mistaken for a robot |
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Forum: Social Skills and Making Friends Topic: Poll on neurotypical recognition of Autist emotions |
| alexbeetle |
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Posted: 06 May 2008, 4:18 pm
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Replies: 55
Views: 6,742
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my natural expression is apparently interpreted as extreme sadness
i get told i give people bas/funny looks (not even conciously looking at them)
i smile when i've done something wrong and think i will be in trouble which makes it look like i'm happy to have done it and am being really mean |
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Forum: Work and finding a Job Topic: interviews |
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Posted: 06 May 2008, 4:09 pm
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,903
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| My job is in biology lab and I have to rely on employment through contacts who are familiar with my work as I am so rubbish in interviews. The last one was so bad the main interviewer ended up seething with anger, even though I have just rewritten the book in my specialism and apparently considered ... |
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Forum: Art, Writing, and Music Topic: a poem about bullying |
| alexbeetle |
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Posted: 02 May 2008, 3:12 pm
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,394
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nice poem
sorry about your torment
I think these days too many people don't see others as people too |
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