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Forum: School and College Life Topic: Not coping with PhD studies |
| Lockheart |
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Posted: 22 Jul 2019, 6:34 am
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,098
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| Hi, I have an Asperger's diagnosis. I am doing a PhD in an ecological field in Australia and finding it a huge struggle. I've previously done well at university and I love my topic, so it's not a problem with academic ability or the subject. I am struggling more with: 1) The office environment where... |
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Forum: In-Depth Adult Life Discussion Topic: What did diagnosis bring you? |
| Lockheart |
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Posted: 21 Jul 2019, 12:27 am
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Replies: 53
Views: 3,751
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| It was necessary for me. It showed me that many of my issues were not caused by character flaws and being a weak person but I was born this way. That was a great help to my self esteem. It helped me understand myself both in knowing my strengths and weaknesses. They helped me avoid situations that ... |
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Forum: In-Depth Adult Life Discussion Topic: Rent or Buy a house (assuming you can afford both)? |
| Lockheart |
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Posted: 21 Jul 2019, 12:01 am
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Replies: 62
Views: 19,832
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| It also depends on what renting is like in your state or country. In Australia, renting is the pits. You have very little security of tenure. Leases typically run for six to 12 months and you're always terrified you'll have to move because the landlord will want the property back or they will raise ... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Itchy all the time and other annoying sensations |
| Lockheart |
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Posted: 26 Jan 2017, 12:35 am
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Replies: 7
Views: 829
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| Do any of you folks feel itchy all the time? My scalp is usually the worst area affected, but I'm itchy all over my body too. I'll get itchy in one spot, scratch it, then get itchy in another spot or it'll be multiple spots at a time. I have no visible rashes. It's usually most noticeable when I'm ... |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: I just want to die |
| Lockheart |
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Posted: 22 Jan 2017, 10:35 pm
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,787
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| Aw, Hurtloam, I'm sorry you're hurting. I like you and enjoy your posts. You're one of the people on WP I would like to meet one day. This new place sounds like it has a lot of promise, as you've met some nice people already, but I know it's hard when you feel so down. (Been there, done that.) Would... |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: Thinking about overdosing |
| Lockheart |
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Posted: 22 Jan 2017, 10:05 pm
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Replies: 19
Views: 871
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| I agree with NeilM - you don't have to stay in the Bible Belt. What's keeping you there? |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: Do you talk to yourself? |
| Lockheart |
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Posted: 22 Jan 2017, 1:28 am
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Replies: 17
Views: 883
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| It's super easy to do with yourself but with anyone else, it's difficult. Even those you are close with there's still a little resistance or tension, because I feel very vulnerable when socializing. I'm with you. I'm very fluent when I talk to myself. Not so much around other people, not even my cl... |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: Do you talk to yourself? |
| Lockheart |
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Posted: 21 Jan 2017, 1:57 am
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Replies: 17
Views: 883
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| Oh yes. It's one of the reasons I live alone. If I can't talk to myself I feel repressed. It's not the kind of thing I feel comfortable doing around other people because most of them think it's weird and sometimes I talk about things that are private. I'm so comfortable talking to myself at home I h... |
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Forum: Social Skills and Making Friends Topic: Are you afraid of having guests? |
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Posted: 21 Jan 2017, 1:49 am
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,154
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| eek. in my case, it tends to go away once i actually see the person and interact with him/her, then after we go our separate ways i want to be left alone the rest of the day. maybe for others, the feeling of dread persists. does it persist, for you? Rarely, but it does happen. Usually I settle down... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: I do not enjoy kissing |
| Lockheart |
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Posted: 20 Jan 2017, 11:38 pm
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,857
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I like hugging (with the right person, not with randoms or people who give me a bad vibe), but tongue-kissing? Nope, nope, nope. I find it disgusting.
Ashariel, I agree. I have no idea why anyone finds it pleasurable. It's a relief to know I'm not the only one. |
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Forum: Social Skills and Making Friends Topic: Are you afraid of having guests? |
| Lockheart |
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Posted: 19 Jan 2017, 10:20 pm
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,154
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| A thousand times I've contemplated inviting friends over to my place for dinner, but I can't muster up the courage to do so. I'm too afraid they'll judge me for my decor, or the food I serve (or don't serve). I'm afraid if I do invite them over, they'll come, and never want to come back again, that... |
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Forum: School and College Life Topic: I'm having some issues in math... |
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Posted: 17 Jan 2017, 10:49 pm
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Replies: 11
Views: 979
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| Have you tried looking up tutorials on YouTube such as those produced by the Khan Academy? I have found them very helpful. |
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Forum: Love and Dating Topic: To all the bitter men |
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Posted: 17 Jan 2017, 10:30 pm
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Replies: 263
Views: 15,380
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Datalis wrote: I don't think living with a bunch of people is good either, especially for someone who has aspergers.
True. Based on stuff I've read on WrongPlanet, some autistic people can make it work, others can't. I'm in the latter category. |
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Forum: Love and Dating Topic: To all the bitter men |
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Posted: 17 Jan 2017, 4:29 am
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Replies: 263
Views: 15,380
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| You would think women with Aspergers would be more flexible and willing to give a guy with Aspergers who may still live with his parents or can't drive yet a chance because she would understand what he's going through. There are plenty of women here who are empathetic to the struggles aspie men fac... |
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Forum: In-Depth Adult Life Discussion Topic: How can I have more energy in the evening? |
| Lockheart |
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Posted: 16 Jan 2017, 5:59 am
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Replies: 6
Views: 730
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How much sleep do you get?
I have the same problem, so I'm looking forward to other people's answers. |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Your Favourite Autism Product |
| Lockheart |
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Posted: 15 Jan 2017, 8:54 am
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Replies: 63
Views: 4,771
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| This isn't specifically for autism, but just for better sleep. Pillows which stay cool, you see, I have an issue with my hands. Besides always feeling the need to move them, I feel the need to cool them down when they get too hot. I sometimes used to turn over my pillow and press my hands against i... |
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