It wasn't really my symptoms that led me to want a diagnosis, it was more because I was tired of people telling me I was rude, mean, emotionless, a robot, stuff like that. Unfortunately they still do that
But my symptoms were and are:
sensory/hypersensitive
flat expression
monotone in voice
somewhat rigid, stubborn
strong interests that have always been pursued (mostly in animals)
exceptional verbal and reading abilities
needing very specific and precise instruction
extremely significant anxiety, often leading to physical manifestations
bouts of depression
stimming
meltdowns
self-harm (in the past)
perceived to be cold, rude, conceited, condescending, etc.
very quiet/seen as shy
awkward in social situations
problems with non-verbal communication
urge to correct people, bluntness and extreme honesty
lack of self awareness
I just looked at the list of female AS traits and sort of went from there. I'm not actually thinking about it very hard at the moment, lol. Some of the adults I know don't think I have it, but I and my peers that I have told about it do.
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