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Wild Bill63

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@FiFi I read somewhere that autism can be passed on. Where did I see that? Can't remember. But even if "experts" say it doesn't happen, mere observation will tell you otherwise.

Anyway it makes sense that it does because my mom seems to be autistic to the awkward degree (explaining the obvious for example). Yet I seem to be the only sibling who has it.

01-Feb-2021 17:53:35

Megycal
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Wild Bill63 said :
@Megacyl thanks for mentioning that out because it highlights how different yet similar folks with apsergers are. My own experience - I suck at all things academic. I'm literally a moron on paper. Got a 13 on the Asvab and you get 12 points for writing your name correctly, oddly enough I got a 14-16 on the ACT (again not a genius but that suggests my ACT score should have been way higher)

My son doesn't have the full syndrome, just some of the traits seen in Asperger's.
We don't have Asvab or ACT in England so I don't know what those are. Please don't put yourself down, written exams can't test everything. Your opening posts for this thread are very clear and thoughtful.

I wouldn't be surprised if there was a degree of inheritance playing a part. My youngest son's fiance has a brother with Aspergers ( and ADHD and Dyspraxia ) and her family realised her Dad also has it to a lesser extent.
I had a younger brother who I now think was on the autistic spectrum. I say had because he died about 16 years ago. I also wonder if my Dad had some of the traits of Asperger's because he often avoided social situations.

01-Feb-2021 18:16:45

Dadizar
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From:
https://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/diseases/5855/asperger-syndrome#:~:text=The%20cause%20of%20Asperger%20syndrome


Inheritance
Asperger syndrome, like all autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), has a strong genetic basis, however the way it runs in families is complex. Doctors believe this is because although a baby may inherit a genetic change that increases their risk for developing Asperger syndrome (genetic predisposition), other factors in the environment are involved in the development and course of the syndrome.[5][6][7]

There are many different genes that are believed to be associated with an increased risk for developing Asperger syndrome and the search continues for more.[5] Scientists are also working to better understand of how variations in different genes may influence this risk and which environmental factors may be important.[5][6] Therefore, to get the most current information, people with specific questions about genetic risks to themselves or family members are encouraged to speak with a genetic counselor or other genetics professional.



It definitely runs in my family. More than just me and my son.
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01-Feb-2021 18:34:52 - Last edited on 03-Feb-2021 11:04:44 by Dadizar

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I reakon I have Asperger's, well on the spectrum somewhere. I'm awkward in social situations. I'm ok in one on one situations, groups not so much. I'm different, think different, have trouble expressing myself.

There is more, just haven't got time.
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02-Feb-2021 05:51:09

FiFi LaFeles

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Well that's interesting. I'd had moments wondering idly if it could be 'passed on' in families simply due to the one example of Friend and her family.

Seems it is indeed so.

Not so much of a 'mental' condition really then maybe more of an actual 'physical' (genetic) disorder which manifests itself not in physical illness but in certain behavioural traits.
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02-Feb-2021 13:03:52 - Last edited on 02-Feb-2021 13:06:20 by FiFi LaFeles

Dadizar
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Megycal said :
To put it simply the brain works differently to those of neuro typical people. A lot of us aspies refer to them as neurotyps. Many of us appreciate the differences Asperger's provides and wouldn't want it any other way. :)
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02-Feb-2021 14:29:07

Wild Bill63

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@Megacyl the ASVAB is short for Armed Services Vocational Battery. It basically says if you get x score you are eligible for x job in the military.

@Dadizar, I'd be the exception. Being a social person with ideas you can't hope to express to people is dreadful because others can't seem to understand your line of thinking and will draw up a conclusion of what you really mean in their head.

02-Feb-2021 19:39:44

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I supposedly have Aspergers and while I do have a lot in common with a lot of stuff, I think I have some other things that aren't Aspergers. Frequent Mood Swings, plenty of negative thoughts about self perception, and hardly any confidence in my skills or ability at all like I won't be able to succed? These 3 things aren't typical with Asperger's are they? I just wanna make sure I get it right.

03-Feb-2021 04:48:24

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