Today, I finally got the results of months of extensive psychological testing to determine why I did so well in my course but performed so terribly on the job. Turns out I'm autistic. FML
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Fall
Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Today, a guy at work pulled me aside to tell me that I probably shouldn't be working a job where I have to interact with customers, because of my autism. I don't have autism. FML
Today, I was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome. Although I am very happy in a sense and feel that there is finally an explanation for the past, this issue is not conducive to my adjustment to society. FML
Today, I tried to explain autism to my classmates. One of them, a professional cunt who's always looking for an excuse to lecture people, accused me of being "ableist" because my explanations weren't accurate, and said I shouldn't explain things I don't understand. I'm actually autistic. FML
Today, I asked if my psychiatrist would test me for autism, as I believe I may have it. His response? "You probably don't. Stay off social media once in a while." Well fuck me for wanting a professional opinion I guess. FML
Today, I got to endure another "fun" team-building personality test. Like usual, it said I was defensive and using a belief that I can't follow conversations. I literally can't due to auditory processing issues. My coworkers keep assuring me it's safe to open up. Fuck psychology. FML
Today, I found out that I have been secretly paying the bills. All the psych treatments and medication tryouts I took as a kid was paid research. My parents spent all the money on themselves and they still wanted me to do the research. They also lied to my school and told them I was autistic. FML
Today, I got frustrated looking for jobs and decided to take a quiz on best-fitting careers. My results speak for themselves. FML
Today, a girl I'd been crushing on for a little while and I were talking about autism. Some of the last words she said were "I try to not find autistic people so fucking annoying, but I can't help it. But can you blame me?” I'm autistic. FML
Today, I informed my grandparents of my upcoming graduation from college. My grandma looked at me with tears in her eyes, and told me how proud she was that I was able to make it so far in spite of being autistic. I am not, nor have I ever been autistic. FML
Today, I had a job interview with a world-renowned forensic psychologist, and it fits my degree perfectly. He didn't want to hire me, but he'd like me to return as a patient. FML
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Top comments
kandysnow 18
That's nothing to be ashamed of,OP! You're still clearly very intelligent. :-) I'm sure you will do great with more training/practice. Don't give up!
littlekellilee 45
You're not wrong, but there are usually signs as a child that a parent notices and goes to a doctor for. Unfortunately you aren't born with mental or physical diseases you have printed on your chest. OP may be very low on the spectrum, meaning he's high functioning and displaying few signs, and his parent dismissed them as "quirks".
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Comments (90)
Bluepies 24
There are worse things you could be. Autistic people tend to be smart, sometimes very smart! Just think, you could be dumb, or mean, or bad at ping pong.
TallMist 32
Hey, being autistic isn't that bad. I should know. I myself am autistic.
SailorSolaris 43
Being autistic isn't a bad thing, OP. It just means you learn differently and/or need a little extra time/help with things. Trust me, I know. Find out how they can help you best, then tell them. If they refuse to give you the help you need, then you might as well look for a job where they WILL.
Redgy22 26
How can anyone put YDI?? ASSHATS!!!
anarchangel_017 5
Being autistic is nothing to be ashamed of, i've worked with at least 6 folks who were and they are the sweetest and smartest people. I'm always jealous too because they learn quickly and are hella smart at what they're passionate about. Keep going, dont feel down, and set your goals high, i have faith in you :)
Jewely313 2
Wish I could take that test! I've been trying to for years. I know I'm autistic.. I want to understand myself :/
BrotherPhil 35
There are online tests that could give you an idea - not a definite diagnosis, but they could give you an idea whether autism is something to look into.
Lars93 18
I'm autistic and I find this offensive >:(
thejimler 9
I'm offensive and I find this autistic >:3
Solano2580 24
I love how these people praise autistic kids as if they are angels when there are some that take advantage of their autism and use it selfishly, like being able to cuss out multiple teachers multiple times and get away with it without so much as an apology. For christ's sakes if you want them to be treated normally then don't hesitate to give a punishment if they do something like that on purpose.
BrotherPhil 35
As Mad-eye said, "The problem is, how can you tell?"
MichelleMaBelle_fml 16
Aaw, I'm sorry op. I have mild autism too, and sometimes it's tough. But you're gonna be okay and make it through this!
tianaolley 12
Same here