I have some questions about aspergers and the spectrum!

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laserwater
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05 Dec 2012, 1:31 am

League_Girl wrote:

When Nts listen to the same song over and over and you? How long does it last?

It seems like people on the spectrum will listen to the same song over and over for hours none stop (eg. from the time they get home from school until they go to bed). When I do it, it lasts I don't know but not even an hour that's for sure. but I can listen to the same album over and over and not get tired of it.

I once loved a song so much, I listened to it almost everyday for hours for about 3-5 years... I don't think I've ever been so obsessed with anything else in my life.
My friends also told me I was absolutely crazy for listening to the nyan cat song for an hour straight. It was catchy though.

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CuriousKitten
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05 Dec 2012, 1:36 am

ummyeah wrote:

I just wanted to post my online test scores:

Aspie Score: 70/200
Neurotypical score: 149/200
You are very likely neurotypical.

AQ score: 18
SQ score: 14
EQ score: 57

Are there more online test I can take? How good are these tests really?

There's a sticky on the main general forum page that contains a list of tests generally held in high repute: http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt113459.html

for whatever it's worth, my brother is very NT -- a preacher no less. I'm quite aspie. People marvel that we're even related :-)

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Aspie score: 142/200 NT score: 64/200
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BAP: 109 aloof, 94 rigid and 85 pragmatic

CuriousKitten
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05 Dec 2012, 1:52 am

ummyeah wrote:

So my brother has aspergers, and he exhibits many of the stereotypical traits of being on the spectrum. Since his diagnoses I've done some research on ASD, and some of the symptoms seem to be far reaching in that a lot of people not on the spectrum have these same signs. I think everyone gets obsessed with things or people, and have special interests, can be awkward around others---especially if they are shy or introverted, get upset if something goes amidst. I myself have obsessions, and tend to live vicariously through other people which I suppose is not really an obsession, I get addicts to playing games on my phone, and if a topic interests my--I'll do research on it, and sometimes I can't get my mind off of things. I listen to the same songs again and again, and so do a lot of people I know. I myself can be shy around others, but I generally have good social skills. I also have weird things like remembering everyone's birthday, etc. Does that mean I'm on the spectrum?

So really my question is how can you tell the difference between someone with ASD opposed to those who just have quirks? Is ASD being over diagnosed to explain differences in personalities?

There have been studies that look at a sampling of everyone in a population, not just those referred for diagnosis, that indicate a prevalence of 1 in 38. We're still only finding 1 in 88, so I seriously doubt it is being over diagnosed at all. quite the reverse.

It is usually some impairment that triggers the investigation that leads to diagnosis, not just a personality trait. The diagnostic criteria itself requires some impairment as well.

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Aspie score: 142/200 NT score: 64/200
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BAP: 109 aloof, 94 rigid and 85 pragmatic

Si_82
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05 Dec 2012, 4:41 am

I believe the tests are mostly best seen as part of a screening process. They are never going to replace the assesment of a qualified and experienced professional but they can often ask the questions necessary to quantify if the person should consider further more complete assessment. Those scores mentioned would seem to indicate someone who is not very likely to have an ASD. Of course I am not even diagnosed yet myself and certainly not a qualified professional so, if still in any doubt, speak to a GP and discuss a referral.

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Jellybean
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05 Dec 2012, 5:01 am

The tests are only a guideline, but they can give some indication as to whether you are on the spectrum or not. I think some people, including members of my family, fit the Broader autistic phenotype (BAP) so they have autistic traits, but not enough, or enough impairment, to fit the diagnosis. I am definitely impaired by my asd. As a girl it is harder to see it in me (apparently) but when people spend more time with me and get to know me, they start to see it. The thing is I can be very social, but only for a short time. Afterwards I have to hide away from the world sometimes for several days before I feel ready to interact again. I struggle significantly with sensory problems and I have a habit of talking AT people!

My Mum on the other hand isn't autistic, but might fit the BAP label as she has some aspects of AS but not all of them. It is her depression which causes her the most problems.

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ummyeah
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05 Dec 2012, 5:06 am

League_Girl wrote:

I suppose a few times in a row, or maybe for an hour or so, but certainly not for hours non stop. Some songs are just catchy, and fit the certain mood. I can listen to a song everyday for a while, and several times a day in a row, but I'll eventually get tired of it. I'm usually listen to music while doing other things

ummyeah
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05 Dec 2012, 5:20 am

I've basically come to the conclusion that I probably don't have it--almost certain. I just have a few quirks, but who doesn't? Since I've scored in the neurotypical range on all the tests, as well as score perfect on the mind in eyes test---I don't believe I have it. I probably will go see a psychologist pertaining my other problems, and see if there needs to be any assessment for ASD for my own curiosity.

Based on all that I have said about myself, and my scores--what are your guys personal opinions if you think I have ASD.

Thanks for all the feedback! It's great to hear from people on the spectrum, and I have learned a lot.

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