32 YO recently diagnosed with ASD (Asperger's).

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Hello!

New user here. As the title suggests, I was recently diagnosed with Asperger's. Saw this nice, loving community and decided to join it!

I guess this is where I talk a little about myself?

Well, even as a little kid, I knew there was something 'off' about me. I never had any friends, never really liked to talk (the so called "silent type") and topics that seem to interest other people - like sports, politics, economy, inflation etc. - have always bored me, to say the least.

For a really, really long time; I thought it was Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD). But I always wondered why I don't panic while talking to total strangers - unlike most people with SAD - but get overwhelmed (selective mutism) around people with whom I interact on a regular basis. Like my school mates or work colleagues, for example.

Little did I know that I was subconsciously trying to hide the 'real me' from people. While I appear absolutely normal at first glance, people start to get the feeling that something's off with me the more time they spend with me. Some don't mind my particular aloofness - while others just downright take it personally!

Anyhow, at an age of 32 I finally decided to consult with a psychologist and well... Asperger's, yay! No, I actually mean it. You see, when they told me what it was, I was actually relieved. I thought I'd be freaking out but somehow, it made me feel so much better.

I took comfort in knowing that I'm not alone. I thought I was one of a kind, quite frankly! An odd bird that no one's ever going to understand. Boy, little did I know...

Anyhow, glad to be here!

Welcome, Man

I believe you will like it here.

Welcome to WP! It sounds like it should be a good place for you to frequent.

I was also pleased by my diagnosis. It explained so much!

Welcome

Welcome.

Welcome to Wrong Planet!

I also am 32 and was diagnosed with AS when I was 13.

Welcome to Wrong Planet .

I am the "silent type" too. Lorna Wing, the psychiatrist who coined "the spectrum" came up with 4 types, our type named "passive" Lorna Wing types.

I don't think I realized how different I was until I started school. I remember I had a school mate who received the same distain from the other classmates that I did. However, he was quite different and had a loud oddness. I'm sure he was one of us but I didn't see the connection at the time.

The joke is "What is the worst advice you can give an aspie? Answer: Be yourself". I was so bad at masking I actually learned new techniques here. For example, near eye contact looks better than no eye contact.

Enjoy your time here.

Welcome. It sounds like you are in the right place.

welcome, its a great group with lots of insights and wisdom to share. Glad you are with us.

Lol love your name. Surprises me it wasn't taken.

Willkommen

Welcome.