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    This is a very interesting development and I am surprised, but pleased that the government have been overruled on this one. I am also pleased for Cait Reilly for making a stand.

     

    As somebody said on this forum earlier "Going to university makes somebody more rounded and mature". I did not go to university so perhaps I am not a "more rounded and mature person". So what do I know?

     

    I just wish people would make a stand and overrule the government on the health service who are bringing privatisation in by the back door (and forcing people I know out of work). I too am waiting for the grim reaper.

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    Hi there

     

    I was in almost exactly your position when I was your age but the difference back then was that AS was unheard of. I knew I was different but could not understand why I had no friends. I definately had social anxiety but had little or nothing in common with other kids my age. I never had any luck with girls and like you, thought I would remain single forever. I could not understant fickle or casual friendships/relationships. But years later, I have come to realise my problems in life were largely down to AS and have managed to overcome some of my difficulties. Joining this forum was a great help, plus observing and learning from people in my job. I wasn't intelligent enough to go to university but am lucky enough to be married. So things can get better for you although you may not see this yet. I certainly didn't see a bright future when I was in my early 20s.

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    Went out with my 35mm f1.4 today. Made a pleasant change to my 100mm that is usually taped to my body. Although film/slides etc have their place, digital is a good place to start for a beginner as you're not wasting money on developing dud shots on film. But yes, one should think carefully before each shot - not just the technicalities but what makes a good composition. Modern cameras have up to 150,000 shutter actuations and shutters can be replaced.

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    I still have my two OM1 and a knacked OM30 (I think the electrics have gone) plus a few OM lenses which I won't ever get rid of. I went digital about 5 years ago but you can't beat the latitude of film. I went to see an exhibition of the late Ansel Adams recently and just shows what can be done in black and white. Because it was a murky day photographing in the snow, I converted mine all to greyscale - not true black and white but my images looked much better than in colour.

     

    Oh and I've got to try and find a way to upload one to the forum tonight...clearly SmileyK has managed it.

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    Hello Mooni

     

    Welcome aboard and hope you find a few cyberfriends here.

     

    I know exactly how you feel, I'm a bit older than you but have many of the issues that you describe (so I "do" understand). The question you need to ask yourself...will a diagnosis make any difference or help in any way? Would you achieve anything by having a formal diagnosis? I considered this for myself but decided against the idea. But you are young(er) and may have a different outlook on things. Read through the posts on this forum to get a flavour on things: there are many people on here that give great advice. Only then you can do what you feel is right :)

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    I grew up with wine on the table at mealtimes and so started drinking when my parents felt I was old enough. So I have a healthy attitude to drink. Yes I like a drink most days after a hard day's work to unwind etc but am most certainly not an alcoholic. I drive a lot too so would not even think about having a drink.

     

    I drink to relax and it kinda helps me in the right social situation

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    Good question Sa Skimrande. But I don't think there is an easy answer

     

    The medics would not class AS as a disability. They see a "disability" as somebody who is physically "dis - abled". Tell an AS person s)he is not disabled and expect a smack in the face. The condition is very dis-abling to some individuals. There isn't even the proper help for proper dis-abled people - i.e. those in wheelchairs who have to get about on public transport etc.

     

    AS is most certainly a "difficulty" - I think we could all agree on that one.

     

    But then...where does the term "difference" come into the equation...?

     

    (runs for cover now....)

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