Published on 12, July, 2020
Greetings everyone!
I don't feel comfortable in revealing my real name over the internet until I really get to know and trust someone. But I orginally found this forum whilst searching for job interview advice and ended up checking out many of the great threads that are on here. It seems like a friendly community which is why I decided to join.
Anyway, at the age of (I think) 5, I was diagnosed with Semantic Pragmatic Disorder. Whilst it has mellowed a lot as I have gotten older, I do occasionally still have difficulty with verbal comprehension particularly with following instructions and staying on track with long conversations. My reading comprehension is fine though, and I therefore prefer to have instructions that are written down. However, when I was at school, reading comprehension is something which I greatly struggled with and I hated English lessons for that reason.
Whilst from time to time, my SPD can be a little frustrating, I generally don't dwell on it as I realise that every human being on the planet has their imperfections and that I have many positives in other areas. And so do you.
Welcome CatLady91!
I am hoping very much you are a fan of cats! I miss my late cat and I would like to see some cats!
All the best to you, I hope you enjoy your time here. I am not long a member myself,
I am also interested to hear more about semantic pragmatic disorder,
Cheers!
Jim
Jimberry and the Couscous Channel
Good evening!
I am a great fan of cats and I generally feel more comfortable being in the company of them than I do with large groups of people. I am sorry to hear about your late kitty. I know all too well how it feels to lose a beloved pet.
SPD isn't really regarded as being on the spectrum by the 'experts', but it does have traits which are in common with autism. Processing language and using language appropiately is the main one, as well as dealing with social situations. You can read more about it here: https://www.cambiangroup.com/our-specialisms/our-specialist-services/learning-and-communication-difficulties/social-communication-disorder/
Yes, I am UK based.
I am sure there will be many opportunities for us to chat again. Well done on being sober for as long as you have.
Have a good night!
Thanks,
I think I got the gist of it. I probably need to read more to know that I am correct. I usually need to read a LOT more to be sure I have understood.
Thanks again.
Hey I'm sorry I just saw you said 'Good evening' so for me to say have a good evening (if that's what I said - memory issues from having been a boozer (7 years sober) was appropriate.
Cheers.
Oops! Have a lovely evening regardless! I meant that it might not be the evening where you are!
Cheers,
Thanks CatLady91.
Will do!
My cat Ozzy and I had the closest relationship I have ever known. He was someone quite special. I hope I get a chance to chat to you again. You've sent me off to read however!
I haven't had my fix of education today but I hope to hear from you again.
Thanks again,
Have a lovely evening, assuming you are UK based,