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Forum: Work and finding a Job Topic: Should I disclose I'm autistic? |
| PlatedDrake |
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Posted: 09 Dec 2014, 1:13 pm
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Replies: 11
Views: 998
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| That can be a double-edge sometimes. On one hand, it'll let them know that you'll have difficulties with some tasks, but be of tremendous help in others. On the other, there's no telling if your boss may be inclined to the stigma of the condition. Do some "social research," i guess you cou... |
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Forum: In-Depth Adult Life Discussion Topic: Living on your own |
| PlatedDrake |
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Posted: 01 Oct 2013, 12:42 am
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,237
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| That was an example, and meant this to be a kind of ask/reference kind of thread. With respect to those getting literal about the problem stated, I'm aware of a few things, know very basic car maintenance, etc. XP I'm wanting this to be a kind of summary for assistance to those who are not near any ... |
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Forum: In-Depth Adult Life Discussion Topic: Living on your own |
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Posted: 29 Sep 2013, 6:03 pm
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Replies: 7
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| I dont know if this has ever come up, but I'll bring it up. First, i want to say hello again to all past and present members, and i have missed posting here for a while. In the next few months, my parent's will be leaving town and start their process of eventual retirement. My situation is that i'm ... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Treatment for meltdowns? |
| PlatedDrake |
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Posted: 19 Aug 2012, 2:07 pm
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Replies: 3
Views: 754
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| It's going to be a lifelong dilemma . . . about the only thing you can do is find ways to limit the possibility of it happening. A sensory filter kit, if you will: shades, ear plugs, etc (where you're allowed to use them). Hell, in my current job, I've come just steps from melting down (shutting dow... |
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Forum: Adult Autism Issues Topic: Virgins only thread |
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Posted: 19 Aug 2012, 2:44 am
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Replies: 113
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| I hear that it's supposed to be awesome . :D Hearing and experiencing are two different things. At 31, i don't know, and probably never will . . . not getting my hopes, or anything else, up over it since it seems to lead to an addict's state of being (ie, once you get it, you only want more). Quite... |
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Forum: Autism Politics, Activism, and Media Representation Topic: Renaming Aspergers? |
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Posted: 18 Aug 2012, 12:17 pm
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Replies: 19
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| WEll, i had an idea for classification based on a number system: Mild Autism (Asperger's, etc): Type 1 Autism (or A1) Classic Autism (Much like Temple Grandin): Type 2 Autism (A2) Severe Autism (unable to communicate, etc): Type 3 Autism (A3) Then within that a subset indicating severity (from 1-9) ... |
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Forum: Computers, Math, Science, and Technology Topic: Inside Nature's Giants (Great White Shark) |
| PlatedDrake |
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Posted: 29 Jul 2012, 10:57 am
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Replies: 0
Views: 539
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| Bit of a note, this is kinda graphic, but the reason I posted this is due to a statement near the end when they're taking a look at the brain ( starts at 43:20). [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQP5hiO3C4A[/youtube] Spoiler: "Most is involved in sensory information . . . the brain is small, ... |
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Forum: Random Discussion Topic: Life Changer |
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Posted: 26 Apr 2012, 1:09 pm
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Replies: 1
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| Well, starting anywhere from 1 to 4 weeks from now, I'll be moving into an apartment again. This time with a roommate (someone who's fairly similar to me, socially speaking). It's a decent apartment, not far from where I'm living now, but still plagued with random uncertainties. Money's still tight ... |
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Forum: Computers, Math, Science, and Technology Topic: The future of technology |
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Posted: 10 Apr 2012, 10:38 pm
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Replies: 47
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| It would be interesting to see what would have to change in order for humans to let go of the desire for personal ownership. That would be communism, and capitalists are scared to death of it, "How DARE someone be considered equal to me. For them to be equal, they must get to where I have gotten . ... |
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Forum: Work and finding a Job Topic: The endlessly draining world of customer service. |
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Posted: 04 Apr 2012, 8:27 am
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,654
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| I assure you, your rant is heard and is much like a very large percentage of those who are here (myself included). granted, only one of my current jobs is directly customer service, but the amount of interaction is pretty small (time of day/year pending). The other job is more maintenance, but I hav... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Is it true that people with AS look younger? |
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Posted: 25 Mar 2012, 7:53 am
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Replies: 48
Views: 7,170
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| I'm 31 years old, but people tend to think i'm in my mid-20s. THe funny part is that when I was 21, people thought I was in my 30s. Go figure. Course it could be that since many of us arent that expressive, we dont use our facial muscles much, so the stretch and wear on our faces (which would indica... |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: I feel dead inside |
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Posted: 08 Mar 2012, 12:00 pm
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Replies: 27
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| I'll admit to getting that feeling a lot after hearing of some kind of trigger (as others here have stated). Anxiety is a pain, and can leave one feeling drained (been there, done that). If you're on medications, i suggest getting those checked or adjusted as the more severe symptoms may just pop up... |
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Forum: Love and Dating Topic: How to break the desperation cycle? |
| PlatedDrake |
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Posted: 05 Mar 2012, 7:28 pm
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Replies: 22
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| Not sure if there is any way around that. I usually find that when you trying to get something, you have to NOT be looking for it in the first place. "You can't always get what you want, but if you try sometimes, you'll get what you need," as the song puts it. Some of us here are in their 30 and hav... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Anyone else diagnosed as an adult? |
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Posted: 24 Feb 2012, 11:07 pm
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Replies: 46
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| Yes, i was 28 when I got my Dx. Answered a lot of questions, but brought up whole new ones. |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Anyone else sensitive to weather? |
| PlatedDrake |
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Posted: 24 Feb 2012, 10:54 pm
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,766
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| In a word, yes. With the odd weather we've been having lately, it's been wreaking havoc on my senses. My prime seasons tend to be fall, early winter, and early spring. The rest just aggravate my allergies, or make the air feel unbreathable. |
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Forum: Politics, Philosophy, and Religion Topic: Free-will and Atheism |
| PlatedDrake |
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Posted: 20 Feb 2012, 11:11 am
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Replies: 539
Views: 34,016
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| To believe or not to believe, that is the question . . . Most people here believe in facts . . . fact: no one truly knows what happens after death Not a fact. You don't know THAT. Someone could have died and come back to tell about it. fact: people of influence abuse others for sake of control True... |
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