Ask an Asperger

[Reno]

Well, as stated, they excel in what interests them. So they may not be the 'smartest', but certainly smart in their areas that interest them.

Which is why it's especially important for an Asperger-person to find a job that intrests them. Unlike some people, I can't imagine myself managing to do a job for +40 years, even if the pay is good. I've been suggested that I should graduate as an English (and, possibly, Swedish) teacher after University, which is actually what I have had in mind.

I've chosen that regardless of the fact that the salary of a teacher in Finland is not great, I choose it because that's what I can see myself doing for a living, until I retire.

 

[Solver]

Smartness != knowledge

Asperger's type people are smarter than most others. They have intelligence ranging from above-average to excellent, and intelligence is a global thing. You can't be intelligent / smart in one area and not in another.

You can be very knowledgeable in one area and not others, but if you're smart, you're smart.

 

[Swedishguy]

Does it sound as a good idea for me to become a psychologist? (Asking forum in general.)

 

[Ansar]

If you enjoy knowing about other people's feelings and their problems and resolving them, then yes. It's what interests you, the good pay is a bonus.

 

[Xanikk999]

I have a question for other aspergers people like myself:

Do you not like listening to most types of music like i dont like?

I dont like rock, pop, rap, country or any of that crap. I wonder if aspergers has anything to do with it?

 

[Turner]

Nah, cuz my kid loves all kinds. Country, rock, rap.

Probably just your personal tastes with that one.

 

[Ansar]

I dont like rock, pop, rap, country or any of that crap. I wonder if aspergers has anything to do with it?

What type of music do you like, then?

 

[Chukchi Husky]

Do you not like listening to most types of music like i dont like?

I dont like rock, pop, rap, country or any of that crap. I wonder if aspergers has anything to do with it?

I listen to progressive rock.

 

[Xanikk999]

What type of music do you like, then?

I only like certain pieces of classical music or music from some video games.

 

[Ansar]

I only like certain pieces of classical music or music from some video games.

So you like Final Fantasy music?

 

[Reno]

I listen to varying types of music, I go on a case to case basis with regards to each song. The only type of music which I don't like is rap, yes that's right, there are some of decent country songs aswell.

 

[Xanikk999]

So you like Final Fantasy music?

Yes, how did you know?

 

[Ansar]

Yes, how did you know?

I dont know. Just lucky guess.

 

[angeleyes]

Does it sound as a good idea for me to become a psychologist? (Asking forum in general).

Do like me, don't care about social contacts whatsoever.

No, please don't!

 

[cegman]

Swedishguy based off of the advice you have given on this board I would say NO.

 

[Swedishguy]

Swedishguy based off of the advice you have given on this board I would say NO.

I'll still do it, muhahaha!

 

[Chukchi Husky]

I don't think I'll ever get a job.

 

[Ansar]

I don't think I'll ever get a job.

Why?

Does nothing interest you?

 

[Chukchi Husky]

My social skills are so poor I can't get one.

 

[Ansar]

My social skills are so poor I can't get one.

Well, at least you have talent (hint, Alternative Member Photo Thread).