smiley Report post Posted December 13, 2005 Hello Sarah and Welcome <'> I have a son whos 6 and has been diagnosed with Aspergers. It is one hell of a shock, but this place definately helps Mary xx Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elanor Report post Posted December 13, 2005 Hi Sarah and welcome My son was diagnosed nearly 4 years ago - I really wish this forum has been here for me then. Take your time - it is a shock to get a diagnosis, and you have to pace yourself. Use the Jargon Buster (top tight of the screen) for those pesky abbreviations. Elanor Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sis9098 Report post Posted December 13, 2005 Thanks Elanor and Mary Already in the jargon buster, it is like another language. It has been a hard week for me taking things on board and so on, and I am just so grateful to have found this forum! Hubby is away at the moment, and you know what it is like, friends and family are great, but they really don't understand. If my lovely mother says 'he will grow out of it' one more time I am going to scream! Thanks for being here, at this time, because I cannot explain how much of a relief it is just to know someone has reached out! Regards Sarah Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaisyProudfoot Report post Posted December 13, 2005 Welcome to our latest recruits. Plenty of help and advice here When you're feeling down they lift you up, and when you're up they'll lift you further! Daisy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bid Report post Posted December 14, 2005 Welcome to all our new members Bid Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UltraMum Report post Posted December 15, 2005 hi to all the new members I've missed - look forward to getting to know you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Forrest Report post Posted December 16, 2005 Greetings. I am new to this board and decided to make an introduction before posting. I am 18 years old, female, and I have a diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome and OCD (made in 2001). I live with my parents in Scotland, and I'm at University. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mel Report post Posted December 16, 2005 Welcome Forrest to the forum <'> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fairynormal Report post Posted December 18, 2005 Good morning everyone My name's Samantha and I am mum to Kayleigh age 16 and Isaac age 8. Isaac has Tourette's Syndrome, OCD, ADHD (although I am not too sure about that) and his doc recently dropped into the conversation "Oh that'll be his Aspergers!!" Hmmmm!!! She'd already said he was Autistic spectrum so it was no great shock I guess. I have a feeling I may have signed up on here before but my old PC died and I lost everything. Anyway, I'm here now Hope to learn some new stuff and try and stay sane Sam x Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
littlenemo Report post Posted December 18, 2005 Hope to learn some new stuff and try and stay sane? This is the place Welcome to the friendliest, fiestiest site on the web. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
annie Report post Posted December 19, 2005 Welcome to all our new members Annie XX Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qthewingedserpent Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Hi everyone, I'm not sure if I did that right. I wanted to reply to the new members thread but it kept quoting the previous person. I'm David, I'm 33 and am pretty sure I have Asperger's. I have been diagnosed in the past with first 'social problems' then depression then OCD, but AS would explain evertything. So I've come here to hopefully share some stories and experiences with other members. Have other members here got it or is it just people's children? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DAS999 Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Welcome to the forum. This is an excellent place and has helped me lots since my girlfriend who is in her mid 20's was diagnosed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brook Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Hi David, Welcome <'> This forum is not just for people with children, there are lots of great people on here willing to share advice and experiences, I'm sure you will love it here. Brook Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qthewingedserpent Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Thanks for the swift replies, nice to know there's others out there! I have 2 children myself but they're only 3 and 1! The oldest, Dylan, is worryingly like me in a lot of respects but I'm not too concerned just yet. Do you think my username is too long - seems to be the longest here! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nellie Report post Posted December 20, 2005 David Welcome to the forum, I hope you find it useful. You will find lots of information and support here from people who understand. Your user name is just great! Nellie xx Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nellie Report post Posted December 20, 2005 A warm welcome to all new members. Nellie xx Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oracle Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Hi David, Welcome to the forum. It is a brilliant forum. I have two sons with ASD. My eldest is also called David and his user name (although not on this forum) is 'theonlynamethatwasnottaken' Carole Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
barefoot wend Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Welcome David. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
annie Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Hi David, Welcome to the forum . Love the user name Annie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lindy-lou Report post Posted December 20, 2005 hi,welcome to the forum,im sure you will find it very interesting and helpful Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CarerQuie Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Welcome to the forum,David.There are other adults here with AS.I'm the parent of 6 children,including one with ASD.xx Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Suze Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Hi David and welcome, were very much a mixed bag on here, parents of ASD kids, parents with ASD who also have ASDkids, husbands, wives and partners of people with ASD ..the lot I think Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ceecee Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Hi David Welcome to the forum.There are all sorts of people affected by A.S. on here.Take your time to browse through.It is a very welcoming and supportive forum with a wealth of knowledge. Like you I too have ocd and also mild aspergers.My daughter had autistic encephalitus after an mmr vaccination but fortunately made a full recovery. I have only just realised I have A.S. well in the last six months so am still learning new things all the time.take care Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jadensmum Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Hi David, Welcome to the forum!!! Denisex Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaisyProudfoot Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Hi David, Welcome to the forum ... I love the user name ... sounds very mysterious Enjoy your new friends and when you're feeling down come here, when your feeling happy come here. That's what we're here for Daisy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UltraMum Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Hi and welcome - I like the user name Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tylers-mum Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Hi David and welcome to the family. My son (6yrs old) was recently dx with HFA and had it not been for the great guys here and thier support & advise, I doubt I'd be where I am today. Everyone here is great!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Infojunkie Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Hi David, I am autistic myself and also have an autistic son. Welcome to the forum. It is a friendly, diverse and accepting place. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
witsend Report post Posted December 20, 2005 Hi David - just wanted to say welcome to the forum. Luv Witsend. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qthewingedserpent Report post Posted December 21, 2005 Thanks for all the hellos. What a friendly place this is! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Temaru Report post Posted December 22, 2005 Hi everyone, Terry is the name, raising awareness is my game! I'm the husband of Carole, but the quieter of the 2. I'm the one who gets the mundane tasks, such as hob nobbing it with the powers that be in the corridoors of power (parliament), or travelling 2000 miles around the country to collect signatures (to be honest I'll do anything to get out of doing the dishes ). I also get invited to meetings with the local SHA, where I attempt to bring a touch of reality to the minds of those attempting to improve services for us (not always an easy task). Despite getting my BA about 5 years ago, I decided to become a full time carer, hence the reason I am able to travel to meetings etc. This wasn't an easy decision, but neither was it an easy decision to home educate not one, but 2 kids on the spectrum (Matthew and David), in fact at times it can be a right pain in the I meant neck. When I get the chance, I also like to seek out ASD groups from around the world to see what is happening internationally. I am already a member of groups from the USA, the Phillipeans (have I spelt that right?) and Singapore, although some of them are very quiet, it is still interesting to see what is happening elsewhere. I'm sure I'll get to know you all a bit better now that Carole has allowed me to get the use of the PC (now she may have to struggle to get me off it ). In the meantime, all the best for the coming festive season, be true to your wishes and hope your wishes come true. Cheers, TEMARU Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phasmid Report post Posted December 22, 2005 Ok. where have you locked up Carole then Terry? Seriously though, welcome to the forum. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lil_me Report post Posted December 22, 2005 Hello & Welcome to all the Newbies Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nellie Report post Posted December 22, 2005 Nice to meet you Terry, Look forward to 'chatting' with you, that is if you can get near a computer. Nellie xx Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Helen Report post Posted December 22, 2005 Terry is the name, raising awareness is my game! Cool catchphrase there Terry Welcome aboard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brook Report post Posted December 22, 2005 Hi Terry, Welcome <'> Does this mean Carole can no longer share all the juicy gossip about you? Only joking, no fights before christmas please. Brook Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skywalker Report post Posted December 23, 2005 Hello, My name is Ben. I am 12 years old. I have been diagnosed with Aspergers. I have two sisters, one is 16 & the other nearly 15. I am very interested in this website since my mum showed me. It will be great to talk to other kids and adults and get to know everyone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jill Report post Posted December 23, 2005 Hello Ben and welcome to the site. I am Jill, mum to The Boy who is 4 in January and was diagnosed as mid spectrum autistic in September this year. I look forward to reading your posts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
barefoot wend Report post Posted December 23, 2005 Hello Skywalker and welcome. My son Kerre posts on this site too, he's 14. Hope you're having a good Christmas. Barefoot Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
