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Forum: In-Depth Adult Life Discussion Topic: I am so disappointed with myself |
| GreyMatter |
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Posted: 23 May 2014, 12:30 am
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,438
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| I know it's about the results but I'm just so fed up with being unreliable with deadlines. I've tried all sorts of methods and systems. I even have a special tutor to help me organize my studies. The problem is that I get stuck and when that happens I just lose track of everything. And by stuck I me... |
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Forum: In-Depth Adult Life Discussion Topic: I am so disappointed with myself |
| GreyMatter |
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Posted: 22 May 2014, 9:28 pm
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,438
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| I am working toward a postgraduate degree and I had my major deadline this week. I worked so hard for so long on this but the day before the deadline I realized I can't finish. I figured I have to try and I pushed myself to the max... But the morning of the deadline I had to admit defeat and make th... |
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Forum: School and College Life Topic: How do you deal with a roommate from a foreign country? |
| GreyMatter |
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Posted: 22 May 2014, 9:16 pm
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,470
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| Sorry to burst your bubble but there is no right or wrong way of believing. |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Frustrated at my sons lack of interest in basic hygiene |
| GreyMatter |
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Posted: 07 May 2014, 12:30 pm
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Replies: 33
Views: 1,784
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| Three thoughts: 1. Have you asked why he doesn't wash, etc,? I'm thinking it might relate to sensory issues. You cant solve a problem you don't understand! 2. Is there a brother, male cousin, 'cool uncle' (apologies for that lame term, but I hope you get my point) or other peer who could bring it up... |
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Forum: Work and finding a Job Topic: Benefits of official diagnosis in employment or financial? |
| GreyMatter |
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Posted: 06 May 2014, 7:42 pm
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Replies: 4
Views: 651
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| The question is impossible to answer without knowing where you are from. Some countries do have special programmes and welfare services for people on the spectrum. In my country, the state can help subsidies the cost for employers hiring persons with AS. That said, most employers still do not want t... |
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Forum: Health, Fitness, and Sports Topic: The Diets of Autistic people? |
| GreyMatter |
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Posted: 06 May 2014, 1:03 pm
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,171
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| When I remember to plan my meals I enjoy sushi, various Asian cuisine, and salads. When I forget to eat and almost faint, I eat whatever is easy. Oh, and I drink a lot of green tea and water, with an occasional coke. :-/ |
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Forum: Health, Fitness, and Sports Topic: Dealing with Acne |
| GreyMatter |
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Posted: 06 May 2014, 1:00 pm
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,197
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| For guys shaving can make it worse.the shaving cream can help trap stuff in the pores,i saw it on tv.and since i stopped shaving with razors has helped.i use a hair clipper and things havent been nearly as bad,there is no irritation as well. The shave rash is when the follicles get infected from cu... |
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Forum: Work and finding a Job Topic: Terrified of Phone Calls |
| GreyMatter |
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Posted: 06 May 2014, 12:57 pm
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,163
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| I don't mind making calls, but I absolutely HATE getting unexpected calls. I never answer unknown numbers and often neglect to answer at all hoping that the person will send a text instead. |
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Forum: Social Skills and Making Friends Topic: Organizing Things with NT Friends is Like Herding Cats |
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Posted: 06 May 2014, 1:38 am
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,390
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| I recognize everything you mention here lol. These days if anyone is actually trying to pull something together and include me, I just tell them to let me know when they have decided because, apparently unlike them, I generally do not care if it is at 7 or 9, Friday or Saturday, going by bus, cab, o... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: I know I'm not NT because... |
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Posted: 04 May 2014, 5:42 pm
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Replies: 38
Views: 2,076
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| I don't know how to smile and can't even look myself in the eyes in the mirror. |
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Forum: In-Depth Adult Life Discussion Topic: Trying to get an adult diagnosis in the UK |
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Posted: 01 May 2014, 6:00 am
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,154
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| Hi Everyone, I am looking for some information please. I plan to make an appointment to discuss with my GP if it is possible if i can be referred for assessment in hope of a diagnosis. I plan to take my print out my score for the AQ test, EQ test and a a print out of autism traits in females with t... |
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Forum: Adult Autism Issues Topic: What is your reason...to stay alive? |
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Posted: 29 Apr 2014, 4:38 pm
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Replies: 336
Views: 4,844
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| I don't know actually, but I am not suicidal. I used to suffer from delusions of grandeur. Now I am just trying to understand how I can be useful. I would hate spending my life feeling both misunderstood and useless; misunderstood and useful would be fine. |
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Forum: Work and finding a Job Topic: Burning out at work + hiding out in my obsessions |
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Posted: 29 Apr 2014, 12:34 pm
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Replies: 8
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| However, if I take the medication and begin browsing for whatever my new interest is, it does not help at all, if anything it makes things worse. Ha ha, THIS! I am already on a mild stimulant (Wellbutrin) for depression and ADD. One thing that has helped me to not-hyper-obsess is to track how I use... |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: did you stay in high school until you were 21? |
| GreyMatter |
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Posted: 29 Apr 2014, 12:24 pm
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,733
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| I did not; graduated at 19 which is the normal age where I am from. That said, there are those who graduate later, for example people who started school later due to being immigrants without language skills. In general, I see no problem graduating high school at 21 or entering college in your late 2... |
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Forum: Work and finding a Job Topic: Burning out at work + hiding out in my obsessions |
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Posted: 29 Apr 2014, 12:12 pm
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Replies: 8
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| I can totally relate to what you said about these useless temporary obsessions interfering with personal project and things I actually enjoy, such as writing. In my case, these pointless obsessions have ranged from buying a particular piece of hardware (and ending up researching it to the point that... |
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Forum: Health, Fitness, and Sports Topic: Dealing with Acne |
| GreyMatter |
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Posted: 29 Apr 2014, 11:59 am
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,197
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| Gosh this will sound so bourgeois, but the only thing that has helped me (besides Roaccutan/Accutane) is a line from a French dermatology company called La Roche-Posay, which was recommended to me by a dermatologist. Their product line called 'Effaclar' works well, and is not harsh on the skin. It i... |
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