The following questions are related to ‘Autistic Spectrum’ at Ask the Psychologist: Online Clinical Psychologist.
Q: I have been trying to read up about autism because one of my exes asked me if I’d ever been tested for it. I’m not entirely sure what to write here, but some of the things that I do make me see why she asked. I have a somewhat difficult time in social situations, [...]
Q: My son rocks from foot to foot and flaps his hands. He is very very smart and wants to know what everything is and how it works. He has a little trouble paying attention, and the teachers at school say that they think he may be ADD or ADHD. One thinks Autism. I have [...]
Q: I divorced 2 years ago. I moved out from our country home with my daughter, who is a high functioning autistic person (APDD). She is 24 and has been working at retail for 6 years now. I didn’t manage to get much money from my husband because I was scared, and I am sure [...]
Q: I’ve always had a lot of problems making and keeping friends. In fact, from grade one to grade 12 I only had one friend. I prefer to be alone most of the time, choosing to retreat into my room, instead of interacting and getting to know those around me. Relationships just come naturally to [...]
Q: I guess this all started when I found out I had Asperger’s Syndrome in my Senior year of high school. I know I shouldn’t use it as an excuse, but I can’t help it. I’ve been feeling so down since I’ve been out of high school. I’m 19 and I do attend a community [...]
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