Asperger Syndrome Support Group

Asperger syndrome - also referred to as Asperger's syndrome, Asperger's, Aspergers or just AS - is one of five neurobiological pervasive developmental disorders (PDD), and is characterized by deficiencies in social and communication skills, normal to above normal intelligence, and standard language development.

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Ameriblush
Ameriblush

Hello, I'm new to the group and to this website, Daily Strength. I am 19 yrs old and gave yet to recieve a federally accepted diagnosis--


( I have been labeled the term by a hospital, counselors, therapists, interviewers and teachers, but not by a major institution that the government will acknowledge)-- but it's clear that I'm struggling with it, and I'm starting to feel worthless. Im having issues in school and I don't know what to do. Am I lazy, or do I really have issues?

Community Leaderacuriousfish
acuriousfish
If you are at school in the US then you maybe able to sort an Individual Education Plan (IEP) - I think that is what it is called. But in many places you can get "accommodations" to help you with your schooling
PracticalGrit617
PracticalGrit617
Do you mind sharing a bit more about your situation? What kind of issues are you having in school? If you dig out the root of the problem, you'll have a better understanding of the solution you need. I used to struggle in school mostly because I was unmotivated. I'm a creative individual, and I went to very structured, typical schools. The exception was when I was little, I attended a Montessori preschool. To this day I remember it, I so loved it! It's a completely different structure that fosters creativity. You never know, maybe the environment is contributing to your challenges.
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