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Does your ability to earn a living, affect your mental health?
Mental Health | Last Active: Jun 22 9:20pm | Replies (19)Comment receiving replies
Mental health can also be a problem with Aspergers, as I have struggled at times with depression and anxiety. I agree that finding employment that is enjoyable can be very difficult. I can’t say my difficulties have been worse than people not on the spectrum, but maybe different. I do super well if I don’t have to actually be in proximity to others all the time.
I was a really good traveling salesperson years ago before the diagnosis for my husband requiring me to be more available for his care.
I am also very self motivated for working remotely. I wish I had given more thought to my field of study, even though I did not understand why I struggled until I was in my 40s.
I also have taken home courses, finding a proctor for exams was pretty easy, and this was a great way to learn as I could study my way on my kind of schedule.
Have you given your strengths and weaknesses a hard look and thought about what you could/would do?
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@auntieoakley These days, when I sit down and look at the different work-related jobs I had, and see which ones seemed to fulfill me the most, they match your list almost to a "t"!
In my last career, my supervisors and managers loved my exactness and ability to get things done. They tagged me as a trainer for others. And that is where my issues started. I was happy to work alone or be available to others to trouble-shoot concerns, but don't put me in a group! I was focused on work and not social interaction, which made an awkward environment for everyone. As someone with Aspergers I see things pretty much black and white. A social butterfly I am not!
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Greetings! May I ask Chris HOW you found an answer/s about why you struggled in your 40s??
At this point in my life I doubt I will find any answers beyond this lifetime of dealing with the sadness and dragging down due to family dynamics, against all appearances...but hope remains against all odds, too.
To be more specific, or if you can direct me/us to a site with more resources on this topic:
- were there certain kinds of tests you took or testing that was done?
- what kind of doctor / facility / practice offers this/these tests?
- how do you know if they are accurate &/or credible if they really did offer answers that made such an impact on your life?
Thank you ahead of time so much. The lack of answers can be almost as dragging down as the experience itself.
Glad you found these answers.