Signs of Aspergers: 7 Common Symptoms (YOU NEED to know)

These signs of Aspergers Syndrome will help you identify autism in someone FAST:
1. Stimming.
This is a self stimulatory behaviour behaviour that is presented like patterns of flapping hands, rocking back and forth.
2. Strict Routine.
People with Aspergers syndrome, stick to a very rigid daily routine, and they love to stick to routines.
3. Repetitive Eating (small food selection).
Eating the same foods day in day out is a very common sign of Aspergers. Having a very small selection of foods that they enjoy is very common.
4. Echolalia.
Repeating words from overs, or from TV or from movies is a form of what is called echolalia.
5. Issues With Socialising.
Socialising is very difficult for people with Aspergers as the unspoken rules of social communication.
6. Sensory Sensitivity.
Hyper or Hypo sensitivity to sensory input is a huge sign of Aspergers syndrome.
7. Not Getting Jokes.
Taking things literally is a massive sign of Aspergers this makes it difficult for a person with Aspergers to identify when someone is telling a joke or being sarcastic.
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ABOUT THIS VIDEO:
Signs of Aspergers in adults can present itself in more than one way. In fact when you are wanting to know what are the characteristics of Aspergers and what are the signs of autism, there are a huge host of these types of sings and traits.
i have tried to show some Aspergers symptoms of the most common ones associated with Aspergers syndrome so that you can maybe answer the questions like how do i know if i have autism or what are some common Aspergers traits.
Is there a difference in sings of Aspergers in toddlers compared to that of Aspergers in adults? There is not a massive difference but there are some notable changes as an adult with Aspergers will have created work arounds to some issues that autism presents in their life.
These common signs of Aspergers syndrome will help you identify all the main symptoms and traits so you can really identify if a person (or yourself) have an autism spectrum condition.
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Everyday Health: Asperger’s Syndrome: What Are the Signs and Symptoms of the Disorder? - www.everydayhealth.com/asperg...
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ABOUT ME:
Helping people understand Autism from a person with Autism’s perspective.
Hey from the Aspie World and a big welcome into my life! I am a Dan from the UK and I have Aspergers Syndrome or ASD which is a form of Autism, often referred to as High Functioning Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder. I make videos every week on my journey and offer tips and tricks to help everyone who has Autism.
I also have help videos for helping people get a diagnosis of Autism or Aspergers Syndrome, and also some advise and help for anyone who is friends, partners or loved ones who suffer from Autism or Aspergers Syndrome and just about anyone on the Autism Spectrum.
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[@TheAspieWorld]

To watch more of my videos on Aspergers go here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqmtqHttadRkec0

[@TheAspieWorld]

Each to their own also gets as you are not hurting anyone.

[@darkangel333ful]

Miss England so much

[@sixthsenseamelia4695]

I'm here for the Aspergers & dyslexia aspect. Also word synesthesia.

[@sixthsenseamelia4695]

You both realise that using instaportal etc to hack peoples accounts is illegal and that you can be prosecuted. I've seen your comments around elsewhere, I hope you both get in trouble!

[@nambisobaka2999]

I DO NOT socialize for these types of reasons. I feel like I'm being rude, or in the direction to hurting ppl and when I do notice that I have it's like wiping the slate and ultimately I'm in the black. It's really hard to make friends let alone keep them. I feel like the guy working at the gas station is flirting or trying to pull her away from me and I get these constant thoughts of her in these inappropriate settings. When these dark thoughts pop up, even for a second I'm in the black. In that darkness if fond myself either trying to calm down or I lose myself in deep thought. I hate that I do these things and cannot control them. I feel absolutely alone choking on the irreparable damages I've caused

[@jensgreidorf1282]

Sarcasm is actually something many aspies understand quite well, sometimes even better than NTs.

[@carolinemccall6748]

My son’s love of and understanding of sarcasm is what has kept him from a diagnosis. I think it is a coping mechanism. Like puns, he enjoys language, vocabulary and word games.

[@sixthsenseamelia4695]

Irreverent humour. Dark humour. Nothing is off the table. Zero filter. It's either really funny/ironic. Or really not. Blunt/droll. People don't know if you're joking or not.

[@christinafidance340]

That’s crazy cuz I had to stop using sarcasm with my husband. He REALLY doesn’t get it at all!

[@thechilloutofficial6679]

I really don’t understand it unless someone tells me

[@shaneturner500]

It's hit or miss for me.

[@justincase1575]

This is my son! We have not had him officially diagnosed because we don’t want him singled out. He has adapted to the normy world quite well but still has all of these aforementioned traits. I’ve researched Asperger’s extensively and he is no doubt aspie! He is my gift from God!

[@RetrnRetrn]

I had an issue with my university's HR department when they heard through the grape-vine that I had Asperger's. They called me in so I could explain why I lied about having an autistic disorder, on my employee profile. I told them the question asked if I wished to declare autism as a disability, and I answered no because I don't consider it a disability. As my parents told me....I'm different, not disabled.

[@Sspratz]

I probably would’ve checked on autism/disability, but you’re absolutely right, it’s not a disability, it’s a condition.

[@runcycleskixc]

Sounds like a typical HR -- instead of focusing on potential ways to make your work easier, blaming you for who you are. I would not be surprised if they imposed some restrictions, to protect themselves from being liable.

[@Andy-1234]

@@runcycleskixc you are right on. Unfortunately most people who work in HR are focused more on covering the company legally. It is so important to make an employee feel understood and comfortable but they miss that part. A good friend works in HR and she said this happens because HR people are scared of saying the wrong thing and constantly worry of making the company mad. They are scared of legally saying the wrong thing. There’s a lot of grey area. That was mean of that company to summon you and say you weren’t honest. What assholes that’s unnerving. Good luck with everything.

[@runcycleskixc]

@@Andy-1234 Andy -- I agree on all points. I am in the process of looking for another job, and I wonder if I should disclose to the new employer upfront (in a non-confrontational way), or try and keep it all private. In my experience, the less they know, the better, but my sample size is N=1 (I regret letting my current employer know)

[@Andy-1234]

@@runcycleskixc I wouldn’t mention it to a new employer. You could always inform them after you’re there for a while if you think it will benefit you. The employer can’t hold it against you either way. A guy at my company is on the spectrum and has ADD. He didnt tell anyone when he was hired. Another old guy we work with complained to the manager that the kid was unfocused and not serious about his job. It was not true and the manager said the kid gets his work done. The kid was upset obviously so he went to HR and told them he had ADD and spectrum disorder but he did good work and didn’t appreciate the old guy making comments about him. HR called the old guy in and told him not only is it mean,it’s illegal to harass another employee. So the kid brought up his personal stuff because it benefitted him to do so.

[@eloquentia7207]

I work with someone who has Aspergers, so I came here to improve my communication with them.

[@shahyali3569]

I'm an integration teacher, I help kids with autism to get integrated into regular classrooms. I'm specialized in special education. Your channel helps me a lot in understanding my kids more on a personal level not just what we learned from books academically. I use a lot of your advices with them and it really helps. Thanks man

[@entropy59122]

When u said integration teacher I thought of Calculus 😂😂😂

[@unconditionalhill3093]

How were you helping autistic children, when you didn't and don't understand the diagnosis of autism or any other terms under the umbrella word??? And what is a regular classroom? Because it sounds like you're conforming kids to fit in with the sheeple! Because education is literally institutional training!

[@user-bs2sb6kj8v]

​@@entropy59122same😂😂

[@freespiritwithnature4384]

I am trained in MSW, and I really appreciate your willingness to learn about your students and to understand them better . This is a sign of an exceptional teacher!

[@dlibby4979]

My friend says I talk "at them" and only talk about what I'm interested in. And been rubbing my feet and hands together since small. Hate police sirens, perfumes, textures in my mouth, and heat. Hate people in my personal zone. Take things literal. But hey, that's who I am.

[@TheAspieWorld]

Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@petakucas7389]

I’m 52 and I seriously question my behaviour at this age. I think I have it big time.

[@TheAspieWorld]

You should check out an assessment. Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@stschannelt1476]

Autism often times goes under the radar with women I hope you've gotten checked. 👍

[@Bennahr_Fett]

@@TheAspieWorld none of them are free

[@gone7s923]

I was diagnosed with aspergers around 7 years old, and I have 0% social problems. I understand social cues, expressions, and it's down to the point where I can tell how someone is through speech patterns or how they sound or look. Very very little things people without asperger's wouldn't even touch on. I question if I even have it sometimes.

[@sebi1x957]

I wish I was like that I was diagnosed with Asperger’s at 3 years old I’m now 14 and still have problems with these things

[@lancereuben2464]

This is called denial, or the Dunning-Kruger effect.

[@gone7s923]

@@lancereuben2464Alright man.

[@tjfootball1908]

@@gone7s923 hahahaha

[@gone7s923]

@@tjfootball1908 I mean, I didn't comment this to get told by some random that I'm basically delusional AND incompetent.

[@plissabarrett7358]

I'm here because you help me understand myself better. Because of your videos I understand why I do what I do and I don't hate myself anymore or selfharm and I don't want to suicide myself. I'm finally comfortable with myself and don't feel like a flawed individual. You helped me like myself and accept myself and be comfortable with myself. I can't thank you enough. Because of you and your videos I know I'm okay,a little different,but okay different! 🖤

[@SonyFoLife]

This. Exactly this. Thankyou so much Dan

[@TheAspieWorld]

Hey that is awesome!! Thank you so much for the comment!

[@whoever6458]

I had a hard time with being so different to for a long time but I decided that if other people are going to think I'm weird, well I'm going to think they're weird right back. I still feel depressed about romantic relationships though because I realize that I'm just not capable of having one and every time I try, I hurt myself and someone else so it really does make me sad.

[@julieharrison2444]

So glad I came across your video. We believe our 22 year old son may be on the spectrum. Do you have any advice on how to bring up the possibility to our son. I am concerned about his reaction. I am in the process of having him evaluated but not sure how to approach the subject with him.

[@elizabethwest9729]

Never compare yourself to others. They’re Not any better than you. Be proud of yourself.

[@MadelonVos_]

You always make me realise that I’m not alone. Thanks man, we’re gifted 🙏🏻

[@TheAspieWorld]

Yay!! You are not alone, you are part of the Aspie World squad! Thank you so much for the comment!

[@rafal777jojoboy5]

you're cursed not gifted

[@MrK-]

@Maikind K. *eats it instead of him*

[@florentinovasquez3801]

@@rafal777jojoboy5 I agree. We are.

[@TheBigdan210]

I’m looking for an Asperger’s girlfriend...

[@togotfury]

i was diagnosed with aspergers syndrome in my 30s. had a very difficult childhood because no one understood me and i had trouble socializing. wish these videos were around back then

[@user-hc1im5fu5d]

With my neurological challenge of having Asperger's syndrome, I sometimes cannot stop myself giving in to the worrying and neurosis that makes me overshare my private internal thoughts.

[@katieking9717]

I’ve never been diagnosed or even suspected by anyone until my husband started seeing symptoms show up in both himself and myself. He sent me your video and I’m actually blown away by how as you are going through these symptoms, I’m identifying with each and every one. This has been very informative for me. Thank you so much for sharing. 🙏

[@alainlarky6502]

Wow.... So virtue signaling ....ummm..yeah

[@thelittlelenora]

Alain Larky How so?

[@jessicaneudorf1574]

I felt the same way!! There were a couple that I don’t do but most of them I was like yes! That’s so me!

[@jamesconnop4029]

@@jessicaneudorf1574 Ok. But at the end of the day, how did this video actually HELP you?? Going forward, what new personal survival tools do you have in your kit? I need to know. [pure self-interest, but I still stop for sketchy hitchhikers]

[@goldilock298]

The worst thing is when you're trying to find out whether or not you're an aspie and take in all this information, because I tried sharing my knowledge to my family, but I'm so socially awkward and have a hard time communicating, so they won't even help me get a diagnosis 😔

[@joshuaharrington3951]

Trust me you’re best off not finding out you would be teased and tormented to the max don’t go for a diagnosis

[@saidinjest]

Can you express your feelings in writing? I can't talk about how I'm feeling vocally at all, but I can write it down.

[@andreawilson2753]

@@saidinjest Do you think expressing yourself has anything to do with Ashbergers?

[@Michaelkaraz]

Thank you, I sent my gf this video, so she could understand me, I'm a master of computer science, but I have asperges and have zero social skills I literally fall into every category you mentioned here, thank you

[@daiseychainsaw]

My partner is an aspie and this is so so validating to see and understand his world better. Thank you!!

[@mattiOTX]

I have found I will eat the exact same thing for days in a row for every meal until I finish whatever it is then I'll change to the next food.

[@roselyn132]

My son has just been diagnosed with Aspergers. It's such a relief to finally have answers for him. He is 9 and I have been fighting to have him looked at for this since he was 4. It took him starting to really struggle in the classroom at school, for the doctors and teachers to actually take me seriously. So frustrating, because I have always known, and nobody would listen. Now I can finally get him the resources he needs, and the tools I need to help him. Everyone talks about autism and how to cope, but there isn't much information out there as to how to effectively parent a child with these issues. I felt completely lost and alone, with no clue as to how to help him for so long. I'm praying that this diagnosis provides us both with what we need to help him thrive.

[@callousHeart]

I have been diagnosed with high functioning asperger's when I was 11, but the doctors, school, and psychologists werent in agreement of their versions of the diagnosis. I was placed in social therapy, which helped me how to "act" altruistic and how to understand social cues. It also helped me with the routine issue that aspies have, cuz I had strict schedules and hated being interrupted. Along with learning how to cope with the stress of changes in my routines, I also learned how to have alternative routines, instead of just the one single routine, for when common interruptions happen. Like lunch break at work, I always buy it at work. My main routine is get a turkey wrap, grab a red bull zero (or iced green tea, if I didnt need the caffeine) and a choco mousse (I like a sweet treat with lunch), then go sit at the back of the cafe where is dark. Sometimes they are out of one of the foods I get, or the line is too long, cutting into my precious 15mins of lunch, or my spot is taken. So I have alternatives. No turkey wrap? Shrimp nigiri. No red bull zero? monster zero. No sweet treat? Green apple. Spot taken? I have two other preferred spots. It's like a weird compromise in my head. We cant do main routine, and I know that fucking sucks, but here are acceptable other routines that we can still do. I'm still bjm hurt, but in not panicking or angry about it like when I was 12. Early therapy can help.

[@TheAspieWorld]

Hey thank you so much for sharing!! Did you get my free PDF on how I turn traits into superpowers, www.theaspieworld.com/ebook Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@eshaansari5303]

If you have this syndrome then definitely you can answer my question If such people get angry or have some street do these people start talking to himself with hand gestures despite they are alone but still talks like if someone is in front of them and they have proper conversation?

[@bigpuma444]

While this may not be quite as easy for others, I will intentionally disrupt an otherwise set schedule of mine as to break comfort with routines. Adds more of a dynamic to the day so it doesn’t feel like I’m falling into patterns. I was fortunate enough to have a brother that would not allow me to retreat into my shell and would force me into social interactions and different situations, a practice that has stuck and serves me well, so I’ll help others out like us in finding their own groove to prevent isolation and depression

[@peterwilliamskelhorn6675]

​@@TheAspieWorldi was 10 years old when i got diagnosed with Aspergers.

[@randallreed9048]

I had four Autistic kids (and a different four deaf kids!) in my first Boy Scout Troops as Scoutmaster many years ago. I found that, for some reason, I liked autistic kids and I got along well with them (and I think they were comfortable with me). I still do, years later. I think your videos are absolutely outstanding! I have a dear granddaughter who is three years old and non-verbal. We have concerns, but she is just a sweetheart, if somewhat rigid. Regardless, we will love her totally. You are doing a great service for people with concerns and your video work is first-class! Thank you! ❣❣❣

[@DoNotReadMyPage]

😂😂😂

[@eveneve]

aka: vaccine injuries plain and simple. I know this is extremely controversial due to the “mums the word” pHARMa owned world we live in, but it is the plain and simple truth. I’ve watch The HighWire from it’s inception (2017~) and HIGHLY recommend. I promise you’ll learn something you didn’t know. Also, Ty & Charlene’s ‘The Truth About Vaccines’.

[@morgan_c]

I actually once tried to change my routine,just to see if I could. I didn’t last for 1 hour.😂

[@jazzieplayz275]

I have ADHD, ODD, Epilepsy, Imsomia, learning difficulties, Deppression, anxiety, a bit of a stutter and autism and i like watching your videos because it makes me think everyone has it and if not its someone realted to someone autistic I got a cat that helps me sleep and when i was crying and had a breakdown and he then calmed me down by crying and then giving me kisses if u can, can u do a video of therapy pets

[@TheAspieWorld]

Hey that is awesome!! Yes I did a video on dogs as therapy here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/poCVg2iZfMmIh7c Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@Xekopeko_]

Damn that’s a lot I’m sorry

[@weeb9086]

@@Xekopeko_ yea it is, I have ADHD, RMD, Depression, I stutter a lot

[@weeb9086]

@@Xekopeko_ also I have AD ( Aspergers )

[@kimsmith5919]

I am so glad to find you videos, Dan. I have a son whose life was definitely high functioning Asperger’s according to what I have learned from you. In the US we could not get a diagnosis, rather we got many conflicting diagnoses! It was a heartbreaking life and at 36 he had had enough and ended it. Now my daughter has a 9-yr old son who has most of the traits you have explained, but she does not want a diagnosis. I was startled that in UK you have people who can intervene and teach integration strategies. I feel mortality is difficult for everyone and we should have compassion for all, including ourselves.

[@jerrimariekeith7879]

I'm 3 years late to the party here but needed to share. I was 28 when it was brought up that I was probably on the spectrum, which absolutely explained so many of my issues growing up. I have a few other issues compounding who I am. ADHD for sure, Aspie Syndrome, Anxiety. I came here and to the channel "How to ADHD" to help myself as well as my kids. 2 of my 4 are on the spectrum in various ways. When I was a kid it wasn't something you got help for or ways to live with it to succeed, it was "Whooped" out of me. I spent years wondering why I was broken and hated who I was. Now that I know more about who I am and how to work with it not against it, I am much happier. I am medicated, and it's helping me relate to my girls more. We can work forward not against. Thank you for providing amazing content. You and Jessica are amazing and I adore your channels.

[@contagioushate]

I'm watching because i've just been diagnosed with ASD at age 35. And 6 months ago I knew nothing about Autism/Aspergers and your videos have been a massive help! I've been binge watching everything to do with ASD on youtube since I saw ONE video and it made perfect sense to me. Keep spreading the knowledge, you're doing great Dan!

[@catastrophicfailure2745]

i've been showing these symptoms my whole life, and yet i've never been able to get a diagnosis because mother dearest said i don't have anything wrong with me.... i'm 18 now and i'm going to go try and get some kind of diagnosis, both as a "i told you" and so that i could potentially get help for some things im struggling with. all the help i've been given may work for neurotypical kids, but i'm not neurotypical

[@meganozburn8017]

I just found you on KZbin and your videos have been very helpful!! I am currently working with a few different doctors to get my 5 year old son diagnosed! For years I have thought he could possibly have Asperger and SPD but after Listening to you I am sure he does!! Once we receive his official diagnosis and can start implementing occupational therapy and getting him the right tools for school and home I think his life will be so much simpler, safer and happier! This has been a long road of trying to get him diagnosed and I am so glad I kept pushing for answers for him! THANK YOU for sharing your life and experience with us, you are helping so many people!

[@ginablanshard8255]

OMG it took me 70 years to figure it out...yet I am SO all of these things!!! I am now learning to be kind to myself, and allow myself to do the things I have been ashamed of & tried to bury for so long...

[@Rhoyaboat]

My 5yr old son was diagnosed Autism/aspergers and I love your channel for learning about him 😊 he fits all signs you listed and it is certainly a journey for him and us as a family

[@MichaelReed609]

I hate that I have all these symptoms. I can tell people in my life make fun of me for it.

[@TheAspieWorld]

Aw I am so sorry my friend :(. Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@MichaelReed609]

@@TheAspieWorld they think I'm too slow to catch on.

[@Mcpollo_Justdonalds]

@@MichaelReed609 that hurts so bad... I am more than capable to understand I just have problems communicating that... why cant they just try to understand me

[@ciaranh7456]

Hi Dan. Wanted to say thanks for the videos. I just happened upon them recently by chance. They have really helped me. I am waiting on my diagnosis for aspergers. Have taken online tests and I'm convinced now I have aspergers. Some of the issues I've struggled with for many years now make so much sense. Thanks so much for the hard work and effort to bring these topics to the masses

[@BravosReviews]

I remember people used to call me captain obvious when I would recap an I important point but when I wouldn’t they’d miss the key information from something and it would make group work difficult because if I kept silent things would go off the rails but if I provided some basic hands off direction people would resent it. Realized later in life when I was the boss that I could just fire rude people. Made everything way better for all.

[@ariamiller2703]

I have Aspergers and SPD, I'm really grateful for your videos so thank you so much 🙏 You're doing a wonderful job.

[@richieisachicken1054]

sometimes when speaking to people i don’t know when they’re joking so I don’t know if i should react or not. sometimes i do understand that it’s a joke but i don’t react at all and the other person’s says something like “uGH it’s a JOKE” and get super angry. this seems to happen everyday. nice video!

[@garethjones9280]

Hey :) I'm here because I was recently diagnosed in Newport and your channel was suggested to me while I was there but I was already subscribed! I've been on a journey trying to get to the root cause of the anxiety that lead to maladaptive coping mechanisms, burnouts and sleep issues that I've experienced since my teens. I'm getting better at dealing with it now that I know what it is, thank you for your help with that!

[@patrickroberts1993]

My boy just went in for his first therapy appointment yesterday as he's been having some issues at school and the therapist mentioned aspergers syndrome to me as a possibility and the more I learn about it, the more similarities I see. He's always been sensitive to loud sounds; public toilets flushing especially. He does this thing with his eyes where they flutter and roll back in his head when he's uncomfortable and also makes this quiet rumbling noise with his throat. He almost never makes eye contact with strangers but definitely will with me or his other family members. He's HYPER sensitive to misunderstandings or mistakes he feels he's made. They'll cause him to shut down completely and bolt out of the room. He's extremely hard on himself and sets these impossible standards for how quickly he feels he should learn new things. He's a very very picky eater. He has maybe 7 or 8 things total that he will eat. He's also crazy intelligent. The kid effectively taught himself to read at around age 3 by linking the subtitles on the TV with the audio dialog. His reading skills were rated at grade 6 level when he was in 2nd grade, he corrects my spelling sometimes and can type way faster than I can using words I didn't learn until I was in my mid to late teens. (Hes 8). Not only that but he writes these genuinely funny, elaborate stories with adult level humor (not dirty but advanced). He's super sharp witted with exceptional communication skills provided he's comfortable with the person he's conversing with. He's warm and generous, empathetic and kind, brilliant and talented. There's absolutely nothing he couldn't accomplish if he just cut himself a break. I'm so grateful that I might finally have a road map for how to help him. I've felt so powerless in that regard. Thank you for posting this!

[@miinxxx]

I suspect that i could have aspergers or autism, cause some of the symptoms that you mention, i relate to, like tiptoe walking, having a routine, a repeating what i hear (in my head) every now and then, and social issues and so on

[@CrimeFighterFrog]

I don't have a diagnosis and I have a pretty strong aversion to self diagnosis but the more research I do on Aspergers, the more sure I get that I am on the spectrum. 90% of this video 100% applies to me.

[@dajnor]

Honestly, I think it's because a lot of the symptoms or indicators are unique and can be masked. You really get an ah ha feeling hearing someone explain something you do, especially when you can't put it into words yourself to tell folks around you.

[@emj3677]

This totally helps me. I was diagnosed with ADHD years ago. I do a lot of the signs. I am laughing because all this time I just thought I was the only one who is like this. Especially taking everything literally. I have been confused about this stuff my whole life, like knowing when someone is kidding me. Thank you for these videos. 😊

[@DJ-ky4fk]

In spite that I have been a supporter of your channel for a few years, and known much about me, I am enjoyed watching you succeed against all obstacles.

[@Gryphyn3]

Thanks for your videos. I had my diagnosis done and my psychiatrist stated I was borderline Asperger with general anxiety disorder caused by ptsd from childhood trauma. He said I was short a couple of traits to be considered full on Aspie. Your videos helped me a lot in not only identifying traits but in getting the diagnosis as well. Plus all the coping strategies are helping too. Keep up the great work!

[@user-lz6ko8wj5u]

May I ask whether you’re in the uk and how you went about getting a diagnosis?

[@Gryphyn3]

@@user-lz6ko8wj5u I'm in Canada. And a diagnosis is done by a phyciatrist. They determine if you have asperbergers by the number of traits you display. In Canada they require you display 30 or more traits. I showed 29. Which I why i got the borderline asperbergers diagnosis. One of the most common traits shared by all asperbergers people is something called mind blindness. There is a test you can do online to find out if you have it. It's basically your brain can't figure out expressions on faces etc, like thinking someone is smiling when they are sneering for example. Or are disinterested when they are sad. There are over 300 different traits someone with asperbergers can have, and so it takes a shrink to determine which ones you display.

[@CoralFreya]

Me!!!! Omg 😆

[@sandrasmith3451]

Thank you for sharing your Asbergers experience! I watch because my Granddaughter has Asbergers and I want to understand so that I can interact with her appropriately and with understanding. love her so much!

[@newtonmota598]

Thanks again, Dan! You're doing an amazing job with your videos teaching us how to understand what happens with us, and to others who want to know how to deal with us.

[@TheAspieWorld]

Hey!! Thank you so much for the comment! You are a hero!

[@newtonmota598]

Dan, You're our hero! 🥰

[@curvynerdywordy7361]

So I've recently been diagnosed with ADHD and I've been wondering about Aspergers and talking to my therapist about it. Thanks for the pointers. I'm hypersensitive to smell, I cannot be around raw onions at all. The repetitive thing with food and repeating things are really familiar. Social situations and humor escape me sometimes. But I've worked on the humor, I have a dark sense of one. Great vid! I'll have to check the others out.

[@DDavis-mi2cg]

Thank you. I’ve learned my daughter definitely has Aspie traits after hearing your video for the first time. New subbie!😃

[@pennywhistle9060]

Thank you for explaining this. I find myself in so much of what you are saying. I do so many of the stimming coping mechanisms. I love spinners as well. Losing myself in the motion feels like giving my brain a rest. Being in social situations requires so much work to keep up. I have developed the habit of nodding and just letting the conversation flow on and hopefully find explanations further on. You are dead on with lighting. I actually taped a plastic garbage bag over a florescent light over my desk at work. So much more of what you say helps me makes sense of what I do. It's a bit late to get diagnosed (I'm almost 70) but it brings such comfort in helping me understand why I am the way I am. Thank you. You are helping so many people who don't understand themselves.

[@ThePokeShapeshifter]

Good to see someone spreading the word, as people being able to recognize these things would make us Aspie's a bit easier to understand for others. On that point about routines, i've found that it's better to change incrementally, rather then all at once, since it allows you time to adjust to it. It also helps if you can come up with a mindset that allows for a bit of flexibility. Thinking of parts of your routine as "main quest" and "side quest" kinda works for me, though that could be because i've been a gamer nearly all of my life.

[@jellieb0mbs847]

When I'm walking down the road and I hear sirens coming I have to cover my ears, buses are really loud and trucks too. I love the smell of garlic, I can never have enough garlic lol. It's crazy how different this one diagnosis is in us all.

[@celinechabot8163]

I recognize my son so much in what you described. Thanks so much, it really helps me understand him a lot more…

[@ilovelionking8599]

I just came across your videos and I am so glad. I am currently going through the steps to get tested for Aspergers. These videos are helping me learn SO MUCH. Thank you.

[@TheAspieWorld]

Heyy!! Nice to meet you! And I am SUPER happy you are here! Best of luck with the assessment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@drunkginger0077]

Also been diagnosed as an aspie. Great to see someone who is so welcome to talk about it. Aspie acceptance, brother.

[@nonenone9892]

A thoroughly unique combo; drunk,ginger, &aspie.... brilliant. I am 2/3 (a drunk and aspie) alcohol has assisted in social situations..until it made it worse🙄 Word.

[@cameron4395]

Thank you very much for this video, Dan! I was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome in 2004. I am 47 years old now. Things would be very different for me had I been diagnosed at a much earlier age. I was 34 when I was diagnosed. It does get me down quite a bit because I have Asperger's Syndrome. My high school years were VERY rough because a LOT of people did not understand me and I still feel this way to this very day. It is a good thing that Asperger's is FINALLY out in the forefront and hopefully people will understand this is a serious condition that people, myself included go through on a daily basis.

[@TheAspieWorld]

You are very welcome!! Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@goonn337]

People still don't understand

[@MWolla]

Your video was very informative. As a nurse in ICU I always try to educate myself regarding differences in people, in order to better support and care for them. I learnt a lot from you and really appreciated your vulnerability and honesty. You are indeed very courageous.

[@suzannesmith9955]

this is a great video, hanks. the subtitles often get the words wrong and might need checkig again or before you do you next video. The content and way of explaining things is really good.

[@bryanmerton5153]

Wow another amazing video. I repeat lines and phrases from movies and TV sometimes all day. One of my major issues is eating noises. I am latterly screaming inside. After 50 years of living with it I usually can cope. My partner of 32 years knows this about me and is always apologizing but I tell him its not you its me. Thank goodness for noise cancelling head phones! It also took me years to understand sarcasm. The phone game Dots is a real life saver if I need to center myself😀

[@user-hc1im5fu5d]

With the harshness that my AS brings and extra social pressure, in these moments I find it hard to be calm and good-spirited.

[@carolinewall4182]

Our 16 year old son was pre diagnosed with Autism today as a start, we also have been told he may have adhd, generalised anxiety and antisocial personality disorder. This video blew my mind.

[@hypopastel22]

You have just answered so many questions in my life, wow I must have Aspergers syndrome, I suffer from 6 out 7 of the symptoms. Sometimes I feel like a caged animal, I try to break free but the chains keep me from moving forward, I Hate it. I'm a emotional mess. Thank you Brother for your video. God bless you and everyone that suffers from this prison.

[@tussilagowatching]

Oh yes, I have memorized so many figures of speech and what they mean. I use them a lot as a sort of masking technique but also to translate what people are trying to say to me. And every time I stumble on a new expression I take it literally at first, then realize it doesn't make sense and try googling it. Sometimes this backfires on me however, like when I read an american lady mention that for cleaning her bathtub she used "elbow grease", and as elbows don't produce grease I googled. I saw an image of a bottle with the text "elbow grease" on it and assumed that it was some american sort of bathroom cleaner. It was years until I realized it meant scrubbing extra hard -_-'

[@TheAspieWorld]

Yeah, sometimes I use them and they are wrong. Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@katew5938]

I just figured out 'don't throw the baby out with the bathwater' I think?

[@whoever6458]

The first time I heard elbow grease, I was actually pretty disgusted by the notion. I was thinking that using grease wasn't likely to clean anything but to actually make it dirtier. Of course, if the mess is oily, then grease might actually help but I hadn't taken chemistry back then or I might have assumed that's what the person meant. I always wonder how these sayings get started. Why would saying something completely ridiculous ever make things clearer for anyone?

[@tineboes2726]

I’m currently on my way of getting a aspergers diagnosis. I really relate to this video. Thanks for making it☺️

[@TheAspieWorld]

Hey that is awesome!! Keep me updated on your progress. Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@PalmsStation]

I’m a composer/ musician. I was diagnosed this year at age 53. We always thought I was a ‘quirky’ artist/eccentric type. I response w/ most of what you brought up in the video- but I get Jokes and sarcasm and facial expressions very well. The diagnosis has helped me a lot - primarily with important relationships - but I now also more patience / empathy for myself. Excited to keep learning and I bettering myself. And I wouldn’t trade this to be NT. Who wants to be like everyone else?

[@michaellacouvee6663]

Thanks for your good work, our condition can really be a gift, I look forward greatly to meeting and working with people with aspergers like myself.

[@kk5838]

I love your videos, Dan. They're so helpful!!!

[@TheAspieWorld]

Thank you!! Thank you so much for the comment!

[@realhorrorshow8866]

You've helped me learn so much about myself, and that I'm not going effing crazy nor am I alone. Thank you💙

[@TheAspieWorld]

You are more than welcome!! Thank you so much for the comment! Thank you for being a part of the squad here!

[@jenniferbate9682]

So great that you can talk about this. It helps me to understand…we all need to be educated about these wonderful people.

[@MoMo-mo8bg]

Thank you for your video. My son is 24 now but I’ve always questioned whether he had Asperger’s (always had issues with clothes, how they fit)……well since I discovered what it was. Thankful for the information, this information didn’t exist years ago and helps with understanding behaviors and working through it. My son is working through his anxiety, didn’t like counseling, back in college, online but it helps. As a mom it’s hard because of the challenge with sensory (no hugs), seeing social issues and taking things literally…..plus sarcasm is a coping mechanism for me. He is also very hard on himself, self critical. I just subscribed so I can share this with him and continue to learn myself. I have learned so much about video games because he loves talking about it. It’s a way to connect and keep the communication bridge open. Just so thankful for this, better late than never. Luck and love to all that struggle or have someone who does. ❤

[@DAD2800]

OMG i can relate to everything you just said thank you for being open about this, i could never understand why people make fun of me, i never understood why i would rub my hands together like that and co workers would make fun of me for it now once i get a proper diagnosis i can explain to them why i do it!! and not think i am a freak!!

[@TheAspieWorld]

You are welcome!! Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@eeddingt]

Excellent list. My son was diagnosed almost 10 years ago and has exhibited all of these except echolalia. The first thing we noticed years before other symptoms was involuntary stimming - until adolescence he would rapidly move his hands and fingers when mentally stimulated. Understanding these traits and tendencies is helpful. What I also like to point out is that we all exhibit traits and tendencies to various degrees and autism is a label for a collection of some common ones. Tolerance and understanding is important in enabling all of us to reach our full potential. Nice videos, thx!

[@TheAspieWorld]

Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@cottage_pie]

My parents ignored me as a kid which is why I’m in my 20s and just figuring this shit out. Glad you are a caring and observant parent. Wish your son the best 👍

[@entropy59122]

Is Echolalia the same as "I cannot stop saying 'Bernoulli in my head' and sometimes I whisper it also I can't stop myself from skipping meals and I do this literally for no reason...

[@nayrunayrusia3186]

I´ve bingewatched nearly every Video you´ve uploaded so far. And because of your videos I`m working on going to a doctor because I´m convinced I´ve gotten misdiagnosed my hole life (Im female, over 30). Thanks for your content, I think you changed my life to the better. Thank you!

[@BenjaminJSlack]

You rock and I love you man! Keep up the great work. I have a brother with Asperger’s and we are extremely close.

[@morgan_c]

You are awesome,Dan!

[@kacyrusby5209]

I'm crying I just realised I do the repeated eating thing

[@aashiya156]

I am a profiler & analyst behaviour. Your video is helping me to remember and to identify those symptoms on my clients much faster. So I really appreciate your effort and work! Keep it up! 💕💕💕💕

[@turtleanton6539]

Great

[@user-dg5eh5lr6b]

You are a smart and a highly charismatic gentleman keep up with the good work.

[@justinthymes5680]

I have a lot of those symptoms.I always thought I was a bit ocd.Thanks for the vids!!!

[@TheAspieWorld]

Hey you are welcome!! Never odd, always awesome! Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@nikigrant64]

Were gifted people and I'm proud of it

[@TheAspieWorld]

Heck yes!! Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@Ionic457]

thank you for not selling me headphones in this one! great stuff man!

[@timnoble4137]

I am starting a group for aspies where they can go and engage in fun activities with other aspies and feel safe, comfortable and understood. Together we will raise public awareness of aspergers and autism in general and try to dispel some of the stigmas around autism. Your channel has proved very informative and useful to us. We thank you for that. We run music and music production and DJ'ing workshops, creative writing, photoghraphy/videography, drama, comedy, arts and crafts, I.T. skills etc. We are 100% run by volunteers and are a not-for-profit org.

[@robyne112]

Thank you for this. My son has just been diagnosed & he does everything you highlighted down to the American accent! This was the simplest explanation I could find to share with family. Really...thank you.

[@Mixedpuppy]

I greatly appreciate your videos on this topic. For a long time in my life I didn’t know what was “wrong” with me or what was “different” about me. I went to see a psychologist about eval and treatment for ADHD and along with that issue she stated to me she felt I was pretty “Aspie”. I didn’t know much about it so I had to do my homework. Much of the symptoms hit me on the head textbook as a young child but maybe not too dysfunctional for school. The symptoms seem a little more subtle as an adult. Symptoms are hit and miss for me. Obsessive Interests is a big one. I can look people in the eyes though and I have a pretty good sense of humor along with capability of being very sarcastic. I just worry about an official diagnosis of Asperger’s (ASD) and possible consequences of that label as an adult in relation to my professional life. I’m too afraid to reveal an issue like that especially to women I am dating because I would be looked at differently and even “Problematic”. I feel you about these symptoms towards a diagnosis though and appreciate you sharing what you know because it is helpful for me understanding me.

[@rechelleheldsinger8827]

Hi. Thanks so much for this. I am here for my 3yr old son to learn and understand better.

[@zappedguy]

I stumbled across your channel by accident after watching some videos on your fellow ausie's channel "Aspergers from the Inside". I was looking up autism because I have a grandson that I suspect is on the spectrum from his behavior issues. I was stunned when I was hearing stories of older people who have lived with Aspergers for many years that sounded like me when I was young. I never fit, felt like an alien, couldn't tolerate loud sudden noises like a balloon popping etc. "Still feel "different" and still don't like loud sudden noises, but I like certain music loud since it drowns out other sounds as well as emotions. I discovered this past month as an old man that I also had been living with Aspergers. I have had many years to compensate so I am highly functional. About 4 years ago, I finally could look someone in the eyes while talking to them. Like you mentioned in the video, I can talk forever about a favorite passion and can be oblivious to the poor listener. My stimming is usually jiggling my leg while sitting or when in a school classroom, I would constantly click my retractable ball pen or roll my pencil in my hand. Unlike some, I am very empathetic and can relate to nearly anyone. I think I learned that from the serious challenges I suffered when in my younger years. I have been highly anxious all my life, meeting new people, talking in a group, being in large crowds, driving in heavy traffic etc. I could go on forever. This discovery of ME has been eye opening and mind boggling but I now understand the why of all the challenges I suffered especially in my youth. I am really big on root cause analysis, so knowing why I was/am so f' d up has brought me a sense of peace.

[@SezFrancis1]

This is great, Dan. I used to/have some of the traits too. Although I’m Autistic, my family and I have - at times - thought that I have Aspergers as well or just have Aspergers. We were thinking about me getting another diagnosis; I said yes but I haven’t arranged an appointment. I’m a little 50/50 on this but I still need to think about it. 🦋✨

[@TheAspieWorld]

Thank you so much for the comment!

[@tarasweeney9242]

Thanks for making these videos! I am confident I have Asperger's (my AQ score is 41 out of 50) but as a 26 year-old female, diagnosis is so intimidating and I feel alone. I chew to stim. I get extremely anxious if anything in my life changes or routine is altered. Everyone thinks I'm a pretentious jerk because I wear sunglasses inside and insult everyone. I avoid the perfume section of department stores. The smell and brightness make me nauseous and everyone wants to talk to me to convince me to buy makeup. I avoid going out in general, especially during the day, due to agoraphobia and sensory processing issues, but my service dog is helping me gain my freedom. Clothes that include spandex are painful and I don't like shoes or socks, but also hate the feeling of walking barefoot! Life is a battle.

[@TheAspieWorld]

You are welcome!! Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@julianitalucerogomez6727]

God Bless you. I wish for a kinder more harmonic world. It is sad you have deal with other people's ignorance.

[@Supy798]

Awww ur Soo sweet

[@arabianknight839]

Very interesting video. It's really hard because sometimes I feel so different to other people, and listening to these things is like a revelation. I've spent years developing coping mechanisms and desperately trying to be more like other people and understand social conventions, plus my job calls for a lot of communication, sometimes challenging people on poor performance, which I find completely draining. I really appreciate the effort you have put into making this video, it's nice to know im not alone.

[@justinodowd4182]

Thankyou,each time I watch your videos I realise why I do what I do.

[@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws]

Dan you're a star, you helped me so much in getting my diagnosis, as it is I wonder how anyone thought of me as other than being on the spectrum because a lot of traits are so pronounced in me. Of course that's probably why the psychiatrist who got me diagnosed noticed it in the first place. There's so many thing that could have been different in my life if they had known it wasn't just boys. (I was born in 1958). I have never had the filter thing about how long to talk etc. I think its my most apparent trait. The whole talking too long and talking over everyone is not fun because in retrospect, I see it and I don't like knowing it but the trait is there and it's difficult when I am absorbed in a topic. I can't bear loud noises, lout staccato noises particularly and textures of food, more so than tastes can really upset me. Everything you say pertains to me in a greater or lesser way. I think females adapt their behaviour, without knowing the whys of it, they can train themselves to act in a more NT way so it can remain hidden, but when you watch a video like this, it really shows how many traits I have. I think scoring 47 out of the 50 on the Autism 50 really says a lot. I think the sarcasm one depends very much on your friend group when you're young. I don't think I understand sarcasm naturally but having a big circle of gay friends who love wordplay really helped me to get around this. I never have the quick retort but at least I have an understanding of it that many never get.

[@steveneardley7541]

Not knowing when to stop talking and talking over other people are my most obvious Aspie traits. And I only became aware of it fairly recently. I come from an argumentative East coast family, so I just thought it was the way I was brought up. But it really isn't. And it's a problem. I've started to impose rather artificial limits on how long I talk. It's better than nothing, since whatever cues people give off are too subtle for me to notice.

[@jaynefurlong5976]

I found your videos and want to thank you for what you do. I have an adult son who I suspect has Aspergers Syndrome. Has difficulty hold a job, never been in a relationship, only has one friend, like to isolate and more. I am struggling with communicating with him and don’t know how to talk to him about all of this. Thank you again for doing these videos.

[@TheAspieWorld]

You are most welcome! Thank thank you! Make sure you are subscribed and have the notifications turned on :). ❤️🙌🏼

[@MrsShakespeare]

This has helped me understanding the other side. I love your awareness and understanding of it.

[@kathrynbernhardt2615]

Super good...explains so many things...God Bless you for a making this video!!!

[@juggalettekitty0608]

When I was 16 I was diagnosed with what they at the time (14 years ago) called “high functioning aspergers”. And that still to this day confuses me. I haven’t seen any doctors recently because I can’t afford to. 😞😞

[@TheAspieWorld]

Oh man, health care rules by income is the worst. ✌🏼

[@limalicious]

This list is very helpful. I grew up with an Aspie sibling and am really good at picking out folks on the spectrum from their behaviors. I couldn't put a finger on how I knew, but I just knew, mostly from lifelong exposure. I work in a special education classroom now, and one of the things we do to help with the "routine" issue is when we know that days are coming that are going to have a different routine, we talk about it for weeks ahead of time so it's not a surprise, and we make it sound like it's going to be an exciting change.

[@TheAspieWorld]

Oh awesome, you must have an awesome insight. Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@sandyadkins2637]

Your amazing for sharing your love thank you I watch and learn about everything ! Your kind and helping so many people ♥️✨

[@diannepadalini7465]

Thankyou so much. I am the grandmother of 4 year old twins.A boy and a girl. Both have the stimming symptom. The boy repeats what l say to my daughter when we are in the car . Echolalia you said. No one ever brought up this symptom. It explains something else to me. The boy's symptoms are much more profound . I really appreciate this video. GOD bless you. Xx

[@heathenwolf4997]

I remember in school, IDK how to sit in a group, and the whole how to properly interact in a group, and yes, I still don't know, as an adult, when to talk. People get mad when I interrupt. Edit, I am a very sarcastic person, but I often don't understand when someone else is being sarcastic

[@TheAspieWorld]

✌🏼

[@jamminduzan]

I've suspected i'm on the spectrum forever. Has anyone ever seen someone who instead of restricted eating has like unrestricted eating? Like eating a lot as a stim? Idk, but i did like the vid, great production and edit.

[@TheAspieWorld]

Yes that could be a stim or another comorbid condition linked to Aspergers. Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).

[@academicfailure8182]

@TrueDepth Jesus Christ, chill out man. No need to be so rude

[@setherb2517]

THANK YOU so much for explaining all of these!! Literally all 7 of these are such a big part of my life & I'm glad we can all understand it! Keep up the videos #TheAspieWorld

[@darkangelprincess101]

I have don't a lot of research into autism. Every couple of months I watch videos and read a lot of studies about it. I feel I have Autism and that is why I started watching these videos. I keep watching because it's very interesting and most of what you say fits me perfectly. It's nice hearing others say what I'm going though

[@donnahilton471]

My friend in high school actually seemed to speak with an English accent, because she spoke so properly.

[@TheAspieWorld]

Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).