Are these Asperger (AS) symptoms?

If you are concerned about an having an autism disorder you should consult a clinical psychologist who has the expertise to make such a diagnosis before you jump to any conclusions.

Many of the symptoms you described could also be attributed to other causes that are not an autism related disorder. However, many of the symptoms you described are consistent with Asperger's. For example, having a subject area that is an obsessive focus is a symptom. In young children this is often seen as an intense interest in a subject area like dinosaurs or Pokemon, but could also be learning about a mental disorder. However, the social impairments in individuals with autism are typically not observed with talking about the special interest areas.

There is not a specific gene that leads to autism; however, it occurs more often in genetic relatives.

Haha, Aspergers can be kind of funny too, I have a friend that has this and he's the funniest guy I've ever met, I could laugh at him for hours, he can't read for sh_t and he farts a lot and interrupts people constantly, and is way awkward in social settings. It's really funny, I'm laughing now!

I think most people can diagnose themselves with just about anything they want to. Just being shy I can relate to a lot of those symptoms. If you're obsessed with Aspergers right now you will see that in you. You've already been diagnosed with a lot of stuff. Try to work on something you might actually have instead of something you seem to want to have. Put down the psych books and try to just be a teenager.

My mother teaches students ages 12-15 with Aspergers and main symptoms are akwardness in social settings and inability to concentrate. I hope ive helped =] im 14 so yea..

Sounds alot like aspergers, so I think the autism specialist is a really good idea. :) I would wait and see what he/she says,

In saying that though, I probably have.. 80 percent of those things and do not have aspergers, at least my psychiatrist only said I have social phobia, and anxiety ha, we sound quite similar.

Anyway, good luck with everything :)

Hey.. My brother has similar symptoms and we thought it was aspergers as well. But instead he was diagnosed with ADD.

Google aspergers symptoms && ADD symptoms and compare them. See which one sounds more like you. From what you explained I do think its Aspergers. Im sorry to hear about all of your diagnoses, that must be hard on you. If you ever need help or someone to talk to about your problems, feel free to email me. I would love to help.

Good luck =]

It's really hard for anyone on Yahoo Answers to diagnose you, so you should go see the appropriate doctor. Also, google "Aspergers Syndrome" - loads of info on various sites.

Childhood symptoms;

Not pick up on social cues and may lack inborn social skills, such as being able to read others' body language, start or maintain a conversation, and take turns talking.

Dislike any changes in routines.

Appear to lack empathy.

Be unable to recognize subtle differences in speech tone, pitch, and accent that alter the meaning of others’ speech. Thus, your child may not understand a joke or may take a sarcastic comment literally. Likewise, his or her speech may be flat and difficult to understand because it lacks tone, pitch, and accent.

Have a formal style of speaking that is advanced for his or her age. For example, the child may use the word "beckon" instead of "call" or the word "return" instead of "come back."

Avoid eye contact or stare at others.

Have unusual facial expressions or postures.

Be preoccupied with only one or few interests, which he or she may be very knowledgeable about. Many children with Asperger's syndrome are overly interested in parts of a whole or in unusual activities, such as designing houses, drawing highly detailed scenes, or studying astronomy. They may show an unusual interest in certain topics such as snakes, names of stars, or dinosaurs.2

Talk a lot, usually about a favorite subject. One-sided conversations are common. Internal thoughts are often verbalized.

Have delayed motor development. Your child may be late in learning to use a fork or spoon, ride a bike, or catch a ball. He or she may have an awkward walk. Handwriting is often poor.

Have heightened sensitivity and become overstimulated by loud noises, lights, or strong tastes or textures. For more information about these symptoms, see sensory integration dysfunction.

A child with one or two of these symptoms does not necessarily have Asperger’s syndrome. To be diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, a child must have a combination of these symptoms and severe trouble with social situations.

Teen symptoms;

Your teen with Asperger's syndrome (like other teens) will want friends but may feel shy or intimidated when approaching other teens. He or she may feel "different" from others. Although most teens place emphasis on being and looking "cool," teens with Asperger's may find it frustrating and emotionally draining to try to fit in. They may be immature for their age and be naive and too trusting, which can lead to teasing and bullying.

All of these difficulties can cause teens with Asperger's to become withdrawn and socially isolated and to have depression or anxiety.3

But some teens with Asperger's syndrome are able to make and keep a few close friends through the school years. Some of the classic Asperger's traits may also work to the benefit of your teen. Teens with Asperger's are typically uninterested in following social norms, fads, or conventional thinking, allowing creative thinking and the pursuit of original interests and goals. Their preference for rules and honesty may lead them to excel in the classroom and as citizens.

from what I know about it and the friends that have it I would say that some of them are:

- awkward in social situations

- lacks empathy

- not liking to be touched

-has to stick to a schedule

- thinks a lot or too much

Those are ALL symptoms of it...each and everyone of them.

I'm not at all upsetting you, but considering that your sister has autism, you may have really have this if anything...as AS is a mild form of autism.

Self-diagnosis is problematic, because our self-perception is so often flawed, and because we typically have no training whatsoever in the issue we're trying to diagnose.

What you've written is based on your own bias, so no matter how it looks to us, it has originally be coloured and distorted by you (because you wrote it).

See that specialist.