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Forum: Politics, Philosophy, and Religion Topic: School employee accidentally shoots student |
| catwhisperer |
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Posted: 16 May 2013, 1:12 pm
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Replies: 68
Views: 8,153
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| AlterNet story: While moving his gun to the glove box in his car, the firearm accidentally went off and shot the student, who suffered an injury to his leg but will survive, according to police. Um, guns don't just go off by themselves. They discharge either intentionally or by careless handling. I... |
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Forum: In-Depth Adult Life Discussion Topic: Living with Autism in the 80's |
| catwhisperer |
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Posted: 15 May 2013, 8:47 am
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Replies: 31
Views: 21,621
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| I think kids with AS these days are coddled. We did not have the luxury of technology in the '80's and nerdy was most definitely not cool. I shall leave it at that. Yeah nerdy didn't become cool until mtv re-invented 'emo' for their personal gain. :wink: sometime after the 90s I think.... and witho... |
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Forum: Health, Fitness, and Sports Topic: what was/is your best team sport |
| catwhisperer |
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Posted: 14 May 2013, 1:03 pm
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Replies: 17
Views: 13,850
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| I was pretty good at soccer and basketball. |
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Forum: In-Depth Adult Life Discussion Topic: When life doesn't come out like you hoped... |
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Posted: 14 May 2013, 11:40 am
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Replies: 50
Views: 25,000
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| I have to constantly remind myself that I got to what the best of my potential allowed for, considering my family (socioeconomic and psychological) background and my AS. From that point of view, I'm happy and proud of myself. . I can definately relate to that. I'm 27 I went to school for early chil... |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: Anyone else feel like the black sheep? |
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Posted: 14 May 2013, 10:17 am
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Replies: 38
Views: 15,198
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| Yup. I'm the black sheep for both good and bad reasons. I went away for school and work and to have a life, which makes some of my family insanely jealous. I never got married or had kids which is the first priority for most of my family. I really can't relate to most of them or even most people in ... |
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Forum: In-Depth Adult Life Discussion Topic: Living with Autism in the 80's |
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Posted: 13 May 2013, 2:13 pm
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Replies: 31
Views: 21,621
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| Ahh the 80s....miami vice, 3s company, fluorescent clothes, jelly shoes, and scary hair.... I didn't know how to relate to other kids and was afraid of strangers. School was scary, constant over stimulation and I just sat quietly and played with my hair or would get on a swing during recess sometime... |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: anxiety/depression after accident with product legal q's |
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Posted: 13 May 2013, 1:44 pm
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Replies: 5
Views: 521
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| I should mention I'm not lawyer, but I would think, based on my experience with law, that the case would hinge around your physical injuries to start. They make and sell a product that should be safe for the public. This one wasn't. So who is at fault? The factory? The company? Was it damaged in shi... |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: As if it wasen't already hard enough to function. |
| catwhisperer |
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Posted: 13 May 2013, 12:14 pm
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Replies: 4
Views: 717
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| I can relate. I'm struggling with regular stuff as well. I have very little energy left for even cleaning or personal care and no mental room for making decisions. I've just been pushed beyond my limits for far too long and I don't know what to do. Will you have a break and a time to recharge at so... |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: As if it wasen't already hard enough to function. |
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Posted: 13 May 2013, 11:41 am
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Replies: 4
Views: 717
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| I can relate. I'm struggling with regular stuff as well. I have very little energy left for even cleaning or personal care and no mental room for making decisions. I've just been pushed beyond my limits for far too long and I don't know what to do. Will you have a break and a time to recharge at som... |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: The Transitional "Canyon" |
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Posted: 13 May 2013, 11:00 am
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Replies: 6
Views: 554
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| Sorry to hear and its good you're trying to connect with people online. I would suggest at least going for walks if you can. Even if you don't have any destination nearby, just getting up and moving can possibly help with your mood. |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: I think I am getting Agoraphobia |
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Posted: 13 May 2013, 10:56 am
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Replies: 4
Views: 575
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| I feel similar. I don't know what to in many social situations and also feel weird passing people like you described. That's good you're on a waiting list, I just hope the list isn't too long. All I can suggest is what I try based on the accepted protocal. I like to smile at each person, because i h... |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: I was Robbed the other night |
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Posted: 13 May 2013, 10:42 am
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Replies: 15
Views: 16,932
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Forum: The Haven Topic: stress and anger |
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Posted: 13 May 2013, 10:35 am
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Replies: 2
Views: 411
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| I've been under a lot of work, emotional, and mental stress. Not sure how else to describe it. Got fed up with my mother because she asks me for advice, then tells me to not run her life. There she goes making another bad decision and I have to suffer the consequences. Not only that but she complain... |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: anxiety/depression after accident with product legal q's |
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Posted: 13 May 2013, 10:28 am
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Replies: 5
Views: 521
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| I would research personjal injury lawyers. The best lawyers will know what experts to consult and what settled cases would set a presidence in your favor. I should mention I'm in the states and it might be different in australia... |
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Forum: Work and finding a Job Topic: How do I get hired for a summer job? |
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Posted: 10 May 2013, 3:12 pm
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Replies: 3
Views: 674
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| Major retail companies - apply online Small local stores - dress nice and try speaking with the manager in the store Waiter - again, dress nice and stop in to ask the hostess if they are hiring - always choose a time inbetween meal times when they're not so busy. Also try searching for jobs online. ... |
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Forum: Work and finding a Job Topic: communication at work social and otherwise |
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Posted: 10 May 2013, 3:04 pm
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Replies: 2
Views: 726
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| My occupation is different, but your concerns are similar to my own. I find I do really well presenting to a group and speaking with clients, because its a well defined role. I know what to say, how to say it, what information to obtain, and clients are usually happy with me. It can take a little ti... |
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