Greetings all,

I was disgnosed with Asperger's Syndrome last year. I am 36 years old. Luckily, I am mildly affected, but ironically, sometimes that proves to be the biggest hurdle. Most people don't notice my limitations and have a harder time understanding that they exist.

As for the medication issue brought up by Lepus - Asperger's is not treatable with medication. It is a physical problem with the brain, not a chemical one. Aspies (some of us like to refer to ourselves with that term) sometimes have additional disorders such as ADHD, anxiety, etc. which can be treated with meds (or not).

Personally, I don't have any regular treatment. I belong to a support group in my area, talk to the professionals who manage the support group and rely on my understanding friends to help me when needed.

A perfect example is that recently my car died and I need to purchase another one. I don't have much money, so used is the way to go. I've asked a couple friends to help me out, so that when I talk to car sellers I don't get screwed because I have a lot of trouble understanding non-verbal communication. Also, a friend has written out exactly what I need to do to transfer my tag, etc. I can follow instructions really well, but I really need them written down so I can go step-by-step.

As for music, I sing and play the tin whistle. I put a lot of emotion into my music, which is something that surprises people who have just learned the basic Asperger's info. Aspies have emotions (as do people with autism), we just don't always express them the same way and they aren't as universal as the average person.

pax yall