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Am I the only one?

I'm 17 and have a laundry list of... anomalies, both physical and psychological. A lot of times it seems like I'm alone.

I have Asperger's syndrome (arguably a form of high-functioning autism), hyperlexia, attention-deficit disorder, clinical depression, an unspecified chronic progressive autoimmune disorder, agoraphobia, and some other things. I'm also mildly hearing impaired (and blind as a bat without my glasses, but that's normal =P). I cannot run at all, nor can I walk for more than a few minutes at a time without needing rest.

Because of these problems, it is hard to find anybody willing to hang out with me. I find myself being a burden to those that do take me on, and am constantly reminded of my handicaps by those that I am around.

In such a situation, is it normal to feel hopeless and useless?
Do you think it's normal?
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Comments (11)
jismcreme (3723)
2006-12-30 02:36:54
If true, you are one unlucky son of a bitch. You seem to come across more as a poor little rich prick or a hypercondriac with nothing better to do. Either see a quack or get a life.
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kaiti (5008)
2006-12-30 02:48:57
You may certainly think what you wish, but it is true nonetheless. And you misspelled hypochondriac.
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cabinet70 (4440)
2006-12-30 06:06:48
sounds ver sad that all I can say
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sisophous (3738)
2006-12-30 16:15:45
Of course it is normal considering you have so much adversity in your life. You also have some good qualities, obviously you are of above average intelligence from reading your post. Probably, you are a friendly, polite, good natured person which says a lot more than a lot of folks today. Just a suggestion, you may look into support groups for people with disabilities. You will have to weed out groups that you can't relate to, and pick and choose one's that include people who share common problems as you do. Support groups that include people with similar problems will help you build strength and realize you are not alone. Wash your hands of all the negative people and seek out the one's who will enrich your life. There's a lot out there that is special and rewarding, but you have go search for it, it is not likely to come to you if you sit back and wait. Good luck and keep your spirits up!!!
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smithee (4389)
2006-12-30 21:39:58
yes it is normal. there will be a friend out there for you. Just live your life normally and who cares what other people think?
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kaiti (5008)
2006-12-31 00:14:52
@: sisophous
Sisophous: Hmm, you have good ideas. I'll definitely look into it. Thanks for your help.
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ultramel (6409)
2007-03-27 05:31:44
good luck
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Mr.Amazing (7516)
2007-04-13 08:42:32
Don't mind ignorant people. Your not alone, I'm crazy as fuckin shit and it creeps me out.
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NikNak (7664)
2007-04-16 18:05:29
Mr.Amazing's just an arsehole in my opinion, but there ya go...

Can't say I can relate to your problem, but feel sorry for ya, just relax around people, if they got a problem with your problems; f*ck 'em, if they don't seem to care, ya got yourself a friend :)
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nemesis7666 (8132)
2007-05-03 11:07:53
not everyone will judge you based on your disabilities
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beatles_steffi (9285)
2007-08-17 14:16:21
i knew a kid with aspergers he would give stuff away, like a carton of cigarettes, a new laptop, phones, CDs, TVs to anyone that would say hi to him. Dont do that, you will lose respect......
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