(February 22, 2014 at 1:23 pm)EgoRaptor Wrote:(February 22, 2014 at 1:26 am)KichigaiNeko Wrote: Oh sorry raptor. I meant that I too can identify (in some circumstances) with Asperger'sWell, I have to learn social skills that come naturally to other people. I was once asked if I was alright when I went up to the counter to buy something, simply because I was so awkward. Thankfully I am getting better with that. One my other issues is I tend to offend people & then be unable to give a fuck, which does not endear me to anyone.
So just how do you cope, and adapt?
With my son, it is an ongoing process that has incorporated the expertise of Autism Australia WA. He is doing very well (at 24 years of age), has a circle of friends, a low demand job and gets himself out and about in the community.
The "de-briefings" get me down a bit but it his way of coping and sorting out what he has done that day.
I can only hope you have such a support system in place.
So are you getting any help with the coping skills? Is there any organisations in your local area?
My son has been a 24 year project for me and I had the support of the family in getting him able to cope with things like large family gatherings and shopping.
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