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JM379
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20 Mar 2024, 4:08 pm

Hi,

I'm new here. Late diagnosed 31 yo autistic woman, married to an autistic guy, 3 kids (1 diagnosed and 2 to follow) - there's a pattern lol

Just wanted to introduce myself, never really tried forums before. Looking for any advice and to chat to some other autistic people - I don't tend to have much luck with typical folk

My special interests are fantasy novels and crafting

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20 Mar 2024, 4:13 pm

Welcome to WP! :alien:

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20 Mar 2024, 4:20 pm

Welcome to WP! I hope you decide you like the folk here...many of whom are not typical.

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20 Mar 2024, 5:42 pm

Welcome sweetie, enjoy the experience.

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20 Mar 2024, 6:48 pm

Welcome to Wrong Planet!

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20 Mar 2024, 6:59 pm

Welcome! The people here are pretty cool and fun

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20 Mar 2024, 7:15 pm

Welcome to Wrong Planet!

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21 Mar 2024, 8:45 am

JM379, Welcome to Wrong Planet.

I have come to understand that Asperger's Syndrome or Aspie for short is genetic. This is primarily because several members of the same family or close relations also have the traits. So when you wrote, "3 kids (1 diagnosed and 2 to follow)", that may very well be true.

The traits manifest differently between males and females. Many times females have a better way of hiding their traits. Boys can be brutal. You need to provide boys better protections when they are in school (age 10-19).

Most people have skills and weaknesses (+'s and -'s). But in the case of Aspies, we have ++'s and --'s. And some of us have +++++'s and -----'s. We fit in the category of genius. The key approach in life is to use your +'s to overcome your -'s. Probably the first step in this process is to recognize what they are good in and where they have problems.

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21 Mar 2024, 8:50 am

Welcome to the forum!

It's great to have you here. Your introduction is fantastic! It sounds like you've got a lot on your plate, but also a lot of insight and experience to share. Forums can be a wonderful place to connect with others who understand where you're coming from.

Your special interests in fantasy novels and crafting sound fascinating. There's definitely a lot to explore and discuss in those areas!

Feel free to dive into discussions, ask questions, and connect with fellow members. If you ever need advice or just want to chat, this community is here for you. Looking forward to seeing you around the forum!

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21 Mar 2024, 8:51 am

welcome

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21 Mar 2024, 9:39 am

Welcome to Wrong Planet.

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22 Mar 2024, 4:06 pm

welcome, glad you found us!

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