It seems there will always be those here on WrongPlanet who are professionally diagnosed who question those who made it through the system without being professionally diagnosed.

You know, some of us are older and the Dx for AS didn't even exist when we were in school. Yes, we can pursue a diagnosis now as an adult, but please keep in mind that for some of us, it may be too expensive and it takes time.

There are many things about me that you don't know, and some things that I may never share with this forum.


How about this: I won't say I have Asperger's for sure (until I have a professional diagnosis) as long as you don't doubt the possibility that I might be a person with Asperger's.

peace ; )

I am hoping this is a safe place to share what each of us needs to share. You should feel safe to refer to yourself in any manner that fits. If you feel you have aspergers (and who really knows better than you), then I accept that. My current obsession is with aspergers, and there is no one who can tell me I don't have it, because I have studied the literature, and talked to a therapist, and my family. I don't need a formal diagnosis as I am not looking to apply to any special need benefits, etc.. As an adult asperger female, I just want to know more so I can continue my journey informed. I hope you will continue to share.

Thanks so much for your comment.

hi goodwitchy, i can identify with what you say, no one has said openly that they think i'm weird but i do feel im not 'mainstream' thanks for sharing, hope to learn more about aspergers as i go along, i've not been professionally diagnosed but things havent been right for years, and to be honest, there are things that make sense when i read forums etc or maybe its me being obsessive and anxious, yes i am that too!

Thank you for your comment kazz43 :)