Common Symptoms of Asperger Syndrome - Being Obssesive

[sketchyou]

you could do a collaboration video - email videos over and edit it etc to combine - with Alex from WrongPlanet, who also has Asperger's :)

just a suggestion. he posts videos too on his channel in case you weren't aware :) Cheers

[Chieffino]

Thank you Victoria. I have a son with Asperger's and I am trying to help him start to cope with his emotions with girls in his class and you comments are very helpful.

[CarolHuangIFY]

this was profoundly insightful.

how do you know if you have aspergers?

do you have to go get tested yourself?

i feel like i have aspergers. but dont wanna diagnose myself lol

[VHammondOfficial]

@CarolHuangIFY I just knew because my parents themselves got me diagnosed. I didn't do it myself.

[HomerSimpson85]

You're pretty cute! I'm sure you don't have a problem finding a date with your disorder. 

[VHammondOfficial]

@HomerSimpson85 I actually am not very good with boys. I never was. I was never asked on a date in highschool by anyone I may have been interested in. I was asked out twice by two guys I wasn't attracted to and who were actually creepy. Other than that, I was never asked to dance at a school dance or anything.

[Genin99]

@VHammondOfficial I have the same problem as a guy with Aspergers. It's hard to talk to other people and it's hard for me to connect with girls. But the girls I was able to connect with both have Aspergers

[cshep2447]

I love your hair shade and style. Do you get it highlighted?

[VHammondOfficial]

@cshep2447 Yes I do :) Every few months :)

[Pizzaguy100TV]

I hate being obsessive. I can't stop playing xbox.

[gayandpeace]

GLBT OF HUNTERDON COUNTY OF NJ / ASPERGERFRIENDS

Asperger Syndrome is a neurobiological disorder on the higher-functioning end of the autism spectrum. An individual's symptoms can range from mild to severe.

Their IQ's are typically in the normal to very superior range. They are usually educated in the mainstream, but most require special education services.

Because of their naivete, those with AS are often viewed by their peers as "odd" and are frequently a target for bullying and teasing.

[Myrtone]

You said that you weren't going to talk about something that's "private business." Does private business mean that you would not mention it in a publically posted video. There are some things that I talk about in private emails but not on a public forum.

[VHammondOfficial]

@Myrtone I mean I will not post something that's private in a public video.

[elizabent91]

A lot of the symptoms that you have described sound like me, however a lot of symptoms of Aspergers Syndrome and Autism r very similar to those for people with ADD/ADHD.

[moscowmasha]

As a female Aspie myself, I have been on both sides of this issue - I was too harsh with my Aspie ex when he treated me this way, and have also found myself becoming far too attached to the people that I like, only to be disappointed. Argh. Thank you for making this.

You really don't need your makeup to be beautiful, by the way - I think that, despite your evident sadness, you look quite lovely here.

[JACKIEKLIS]

I also wanted to say this but didn't have enough room. All I can hope for is that one day someone will come into my life who can appreciate my need for clear-cut answers and for explanations. Patience and a willingness to get to know someone with aspergers can be frustrating but we can be some of the most honest and trustworthy people and the fact that we know what it's like to feel alone, once you have us and we know you're truly our friend we will always be here. Your videos are great!

[JACKIEKLIS]

Wow! I'm so glad that I came across this video! I rarely find people (especially men) that I can connect with due to my apsergers. When I do I completely go overboard with trying to communicate with them. I never mean to bother or annoy them but it always happens and I push them away. I have such a desire to be close to someone that I feel like I have to talk to them often. There are very few people who I can feel close to and when I think I've found someone I'm overjoyed and overly annoying!

[toobydude41]

Hi, I got my AS diagnosis a year ago. In a huge way it's encouraging. Have come to learn I'm not alone, it's nothing to be ashamed of, things make more sense. All my 40 some years of extreme shyness, twirling my hair, other quirks and oddities put in a new light. Still there are uncertainties. Especially when it comes to a social/love life..whether that will ever materialize. Oh well..can't give up right.

Very nice vid. Can relate to obsessiveness..particularly with details/situations

[KurtG85]

Thanks for sharing this, I've always suspected I might have aspergers but after watching a few videos of people with it I'm fairly convinced now. I'm totally lost with the 'flow' of NT body language, whereas I feel a natural comfort watching people with the diagnosis. Its like were more on the same page rather than feeling like I'm reading from a totally different script.

I definitely understand the obsessiveness too. Take care.

[UNDERGROUNDELECTRIC]

a Fantastic insightful video that is very positive. You have given some really good advice!



[auntstacey123]

You seem to be pretty expressive compared to alot of other aspies. I have ton of aspie traits but am pretty extroverted & emotionally expressive so it is very hard for people to tell that I have those other traits. I don't have the typical monotone voice and am pretty good at eye contact. It's only when people get to know me very well that they can see it. Looking at you in this video is like looking at myself.

[nanstube]

Sudden urge to sing "Give peace a chance." :-) Obsessiveness and people is most definitely an Autistic thing. We can become so attached so easy, can't we? It's all about learning and knowing more, becoming all wrapped up in the wonderful newness. It is difficult though, when one becomes the object of one's affection or the affection end of an object. Lots of breathing and space needed at both ends. Things work themselves through.

[IAMPHARAOHSFLOWER]

I had another aspie get creeped out by my obsessiveness of him.

Thing is when i 1st met him it was NT meeting Aspie, by the end of it he realised i was Aspie and had no understanding of myself and my surroundings. Because of his help to me i became more obsessed with him.

But things are okay now. ^^ I think were still good friends.. hes not the most social person unlike myself who loves company ^^

[LadyVelvetR]

I have aspergers and I can have my obsessions at times. I have obsessions with certain people, bands, shows, etc. I definitely know how to feels to have a friend you really admire, then it falls in your face. I've had that one too many times :( I'm just glad I'm not the only one.

[awatp2011]

I love it when you make videos like this(:

My brother has Autism, and I can definitely apply these symptoms to him

He sometimes obsesses over people, but it's mostly items like lights or those inflatable decorations

[markanthonyquested]

My autistic elderly uncle has more obsessions and anxieties that I could possibly list!

I, myself, have Asperger Syndrome and do have obsessive traits (as well as the anxiety and stress, dislike of routine, dislike of change, adherence to routine, etc). So I can relate to what you have to say. 

[SylviaLynn1000]

Yes, I've been obsessive before. Good video.

[awatp2011]

I really love it when you make these videos(:

My brother has Autism and I can really apply these symptoms to him

He used to kinda obsess over people, but now its more like lights or those inflatable decorations(:

[weareallanemic]

I know I tell you this a lot, but I gotta say that I'm SO proud of you right now for coming out and talking about this. Not everyone can be this honest about this subject and it's something that I feel people on the spectrum should talk about more. I know how difficult it is to find the right words, but I think you did a great job in getting the point across. I even posted it on the AS board I go on so you'll get lots of views...hope you don't mind. :)

[MyHailian]

i have asperger syndrome :)

[Genin99]

Nice to see another Asperger video

I'm just like you with the being obsessive and the having trouble figuring out what to say. I think the obsessiveness comes from a fear of making a mistake or looking stupid. My perspective as a fellow Aspie that it's stressful when something like interacting with other people is so hard for people like us.

One thing I do when I get obsessed about something or someone is think of a solution to the problem and if it still doesn't go away do whatever relaxes me