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Pandoren

Hi... My name, for the purposes of conversation, is Pandoren... I'm 24 and I live about 50 miles north of London. I like animals, especially rabbits, and have done a lot of work on my family history.

I was diagnosed with Asperger's on Feb 1st... I resisted a diagnosis after the first few times it was brought up because I didn't think I had it (I don't have a lot of the symptoms) and the last person who brought it up basically threatened to kick me out of the care system if I didn't cooperate and go for the assessment. At first I was angry and upset to be diagnosed... then I sort of accepted it... and right now I'm feeling kind of fed up actually... like I don't want it to be a big deal, although I know it is because it would probably explain a lot of the issues I'm having right now. I haven't bothered to tell any member of my family about the diagnosis. For a start, I can foresee my mother either saying "no you aren't" or going and having herself a "what did I do wrong as a mother?" pity party.

So... hello everyone.

  • Hi - just posting to say welcome.  Sorry to hear you're fed up.  I think we all understand that making a big deal of something can be more trouble than it's worth.  As an adult you have every right to decide who you tell or don't tell about your diagnosis.  A diagnosis can be difficult for parents to accept.  Sometimes also difficult for the person who has been diagnosed to accept.  There are people with aspergers who post regularly who might be able to contribute regarding the issues you mention in your post.  Again, it's your decision whether you want to post about those things.  I don't know if it would be useful for you to talk about your diagnosis and/or issues your experiencing with someone who isn't your mother??