Published on 12, July, 2020
So I really feel that the term Asperger's, although dropped for valid reasons, served a very real function within the community.
I of course understand why the grouping exists. But from a social stigma pov, I find it limiting to consider myself, who is fortunate to be a very adept and able high-functioning person, in the same category of autism as those who sadly are much less well functioning.
I'm sure it won't be popular to say it, but I feel I would certainly benefit from being considered an Aspie instead.
I'm interested to here why other people think about this?
I understand completely. I find that a lot of people are very dismissive of the diagnosis if they do not see the typical signs of autism in me (I mask heavily - working on that) and then I don't feel seen. It's also very difficult for me not to mask. Ive been doing it for the better part of 30 years. I think Aspergers explains my specific situation much better. I don't mind being grouped into the broader umbrella term just as autism, but just in terms of clarification, I think it is helpful and could bring more awareness.