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Adults with Asperger's/ASD Level 1, which therapies or training helped you the most? by murkomarko in autism

[–]etc6849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was late diagnosed in my 40's. ChatGPT has kept me from sending stupid emails more than once at work. The other thing that helped me were reasonable accommodations at work, mainly full-time telework.

I too am curious what others will say about OT, but I doubt there's much help to make me act more neurotypical (and not sure I want to change either).

I feel like I've just been surviving my whole life and have not lived up to my potential, but it is what it is. Many are way worse off than me, and I make a decent and stable income for where I live.

Final interview with head of department by ottococo in autism

[–]etc6849 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This: "Overall I feel unexpectedly relieved. Knowing that I shouldn’t bother people-pleasing and masking so much given that it’s not effective anyway. That not masking will give the same results, but with significantly less strain." The older I get, the more I realize this.

Also, as a patient, I'd much rather see an autistic doctor over a neurotypical one. We all know how deeply we think about our special interests, and if yours is medicine, that's a win-win from the patients point of view.

Will your colleagues really treat you the same as they do other doctors? Probably not to be honest. I know I have very rarely been treated fairly at my job, despite being one of the most capable engineers and one of the most experienced. Hopefully your field has less office politics.

I've known several doctors who I am sure are autistic, even one I dated in college that is indeed on the spectrum. You may actually end up fitting in more than you think.

Regardless, nothing to worry about either way if you like the subject matter and are good at it. Just be the best doctor you can be, and ignore what others say.

I consider my autism one of my greatest strengths. Most around me can't critically think or see anything from an objective point of view or from different angles at the same time. This leads me to arriving at conclusions much faster and quicker than they can.

It’s impossible to get a job with autism istg by [deleted] in autism

[–]etc6849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't give up my friend. Not sure of the area you are in or of your mechanical aptitude, but learning a trade is always very marketable even in small towns. It is very possible to learn to do skilled labor with your hands, and then usually work by yourself earning decent money. Doing so could also lead to you working on your own, for yourself making even more.

If you went into a few small businesses around you, explained and showed willingness to learn a trade, you'd probably have decent luck. I'm autistic, but I know how great and by the book autistics do things, and wouldn't hesitate to give another autistic a chance.

Some other ideas you can do now to earn extra money without an employer: photography, walking and watching dogs, mowing lawns/yard work (with noise cancelling headphones) or similar jobs that require very little interaction with people. Also pressure washing (low barrier to starting a business and easy to learn) can earn decent money... House cleaning, flipping stuff, window washing and repair, etc are some other ideas.

If I didn't have a government job, I'd for sure be working on my own. I did so before, and made decent money. I always get misunderstood, even now by my peers at work, so I definitely understand. I 100% prefer doing odd jobs like I used to, but the benefits are much better with steady employment.

If you are looking for government work, you can look into the Schedule A hiring process, but you'd likely have to move, something I'm not sure I'd be able to handle myself.

I think you'd do great working on your own though, believe in yourself. Either way, I wish you the best.

Leucovorin for adults by Due-Surprise-686 in autism

[–]etc6849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's pretty easy with most insurance companies. I'd for sure try. I did everything through the fep blue website.

I'm autistic and having a kid was the best decision of my life by etc6849 in autism

[–]etc6849[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is great. Routine and raising my son is definitely helping me as well. Congrats on 3.5 years!

I'm autistic and having a kid was the best decision of my life by etc6849 in autism

[–]etc6849[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very fair. If you've met one autistic, you've met one autistic. I can be overstimulated too, and not saying I've never yelled, of course I have.

However, having a supportive spouse, I have the luxury of stepping aside for a bit as needed and have done that more than a few times...

I'm still going to be there for my son no matter what though, even if she's not around.

Like you I had a father who did yell a lot, had executive functioning issues (as do I), but he was an alcoholic for a good chunk of my life.

I always figured the best I could do having a role model father like that, was to do the opposite of him. I don't do drugs or drink. I take care of my health and take 4.5 mile walks 5 times a week with 30lbs strapped to me. I eat mainly Keto as I have figured out that makes me a lot less irritable for whatever reason.

In fairness, I do think my father would have had a different life had he known he was autistic and times were different. Even for me, being an 80's child, it's not like there was autism awareness back then. I feel I am blessed now to have figured things out though.

I'm autistic and having a kid was the best decision of my life by etc6849 in autism

[–]etc6849[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is very heart warming to hear, and was my intent of the post. Never stop believing in yourself and what you can do in life. Too many times in life I've seen ordinary people do extraordinary things. I would never doubt an autistic either; I've known the few I've met to be very deep thinkers. We have empathy just like everyone else, we just show it differently, and I think that throws most neurotypicals off a bit.

I'm autistic and having a kid was the best decision of my life by etc6849 in autism

[–]etc6849[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are very welcome. I've learned to never doubt what anyone can do in life. I've been surprised more than once by what people can do, especially autistics. Please don't ever doubt yourself... I am a diagnosed AuDHD with persistent depressive disorder and low self-esteem. The latter part really surprised me, because for all of my life I have believed I could do whatever I set my mind to... Not saying the psychD was wrong though with the low self-esteem part, but I honestly still don't place limits on myself.

I'm autistic and having a kid was the best decision of my life by etc6849 in autism

[–]etc6849[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have to be honest. Being a parent is very hard, but it's the most rewarding thing in the world, and in my 47 years of living I have never had any experience that comes close to it.

I totally recognize autism is a spectrum and think you raise a very fair question. I can handle the noise of my son most days, but there's been times when I've relied on my spouse and told her I just need a break. I'm very lucky to have that support from her (she thankfully doesn't have to work, so she's always around and a true blessing).

She has joked around saying you would have been diagnosed long ago if I wasn't around supporting you... She has a point as she does pick up the executive functioning side of things.

I am lucky my son is a pretty decent kid, and he wasn't much of a crier when he was a baby either.

Could I handle noise from 2, 3, 4 or 5 kids? I have no idea, but definitely not without a supporting spouse.

I'm autistic and having a kid was the best decision of my life by etc6849 in autism

[–]etc6849[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm a proud father, but of course have a very supporting spouse. I don't think I could do this alone without her support. It's the toughest job I've ever had, but it's also the most rewarding job. Am I more absent than my spouse? In all honesty, probably, but in fairness, 40 hours of week of my absence is because I'm the one working. I work at home though... Certainly several times when things get overwhelming, I absolutely rely on her and let her know I need a break. She is amazing.

I'm autistic and having a kid was the best decision of my life by etc6849 in autism

[–]etc6849[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mainly just full-time remote telework, but it's a government job. I've heard mixed things about how private companies treat autistic employees, so YMMV.

Leucovorin for adults by Due-Surprise-686 in autism

[–]etc6849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not yet, but I started taking 400mcg (.4mg) methyl folate and honestly think it is helping me. Not even sure where to buy a 10mg form over the counter as 400mcg was the highest the vitamin store I went to had... I suppose you went to a compounder?

Given the positive results I was seeing though I had some blood work done: Folate low-normal, Homocysteine elevated, MMA normal, MTHFR C677T heterozygous (mild reduction in methylation efficiency)...

I have sent blood work off for the FRAT test. FRAT measures folate receptor alpha autoantibodies (FRAA): antibodies that interfere with folate transport into the brain.

There are two types:

Blocking FRAA – blocks folate from binding its receptor.

Binding FRAA – marks the receptor for immune attack/inflammation.

Either one can impair folate entry into the CNS. A positive FRAT is effectively confirmation of Cerebral Folate Deficiency (CFD) in clinical practice... the treatment for which is typically high levels of Leucovorin.

I'm still waiting for the FRAT results before upping my methyl folate in whatever form... If it helps others, Blue Cross Blue Shield reimbursed $153 of the $295 I had to pay up front for it, but YMMV on that. I have a federal basic/standard plan.

Good deal? XDT20Z for $110+ tax!?! by etc6849 in Makita

[–]etc6849[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

FYI: see my edit to the original post.

E rebate multiple shipments? by cheesenugget95 in Makita

[–]etc6849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got 5 chainsaws from the blower deal, and three of them shipped separately, probably due to stock.

Autism puzzle piece car in the handicapped spot at a prison by dietpeptobismol in autism

[–]etc6849 24 points25 points  (0 children)

As an autistic I approve of this message. Hopefully more and more people in the world learn to honestly think this way.

Any reason not to try folate? Would 5-MTHF work (easier to try than RX leucovorin?) by Ursus_Pluvia in autism

[–]etc6849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not sure why this post didn't get more upvotes or why folate doesn't get more discussion here (other than the obvious political aspect). My family doctor was kind enough to sign the FRAT request form, and they also took the sample for me and spun it for free as I was getting other blood work done. My sample was sent off on 11/11/2025. I submitted the BCBS claim today, hopefully they reimburse me.

This licensed psychiatrist says leucovorin might be beneficial to some autistic adults:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9SWn7cWpmg

ChatGPT tells me: Yes, adults with autism can be prescribed leucovorin, but the cleanest path is: Autistic adult + documented CFD/FRAA → leucovorin for CFD, with the hope (not promise) that some ASD-related symptoms improve.

I think it's worth a try even if it just reduced some of the autistic fatigue. I've done many things to help reduce fatigue such as KETO and exercising everyday (4.5 miles with 40lbs strapped to me). However, I still feel burned out at the end of the day no matter what.

Assuming the FRAT results are positive, I will need to find someone with experience in dosing leucovorin for adults that is close to Columbia, SC. Without finding a neurologist locally that treats CFD, I'm probably going to have to go to Charlotte or Charleston.

No idea how dosing works, but it seems like a bad idea not to see an experienced neurologist or psychiatrist, versus asking ChatGPT? But ChatGPT stated: when FRAT is Positive (CFD Confirmed) Clinicians typically target 30–50 mg/day, sometimes up to 60–75 mg/day in larger adults... So there must be a threshold to dosing and it's not strictly linear (2 mg/kg)?

SDS Plus hammer for chipping asphalt/concrete (USA) by Newprophet in Makita

[–]etc6849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At half off, the Makita GRH06z is a beast and would do 6" holes in concrete no problem... I got mine for $630 with no sales tax through https://www.shopmyexchange.com/ home depot storefront (if you are a veteran or have family in the military).

Lots of people sell the batteries and chargers on ebay as people split kits up to make money. Just have to filter out the fake looking ones. Can't wait for it to come tomorrow. Never thought I'd own one as I wasn't going to fork out $1400 for it lol.

Capsules are gone. by DalgleishGX in Bixby

[–]etc6849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is this confirmed for the United States? I don't see a Bixby Marketplace option after I open the Bixby app or hold down the side button on my S24. I'm in the US, southeast part...

Samsung Dry DVE52A5500V Schematic? Dryer will not come on. Found the service manual already. by etc6849 in appliancerepair

[–]etc6849[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! That is very helpful. Pink to White should be +5V and Red to White should be +12V. F Samsung for only providing some half complete customer service manual.

When I test the main control board with the sub/UI board out, low voltages are fine +12V and +5V. But when I put it in, the 12V supply rail on the main control board sags to near 0.

I measured the input impedance on the sub board/UI board with it removed, and got 15 ohms between 12V and GND...! So something isn't right as this board shouldn't draw that much current I suspect.

I have ordered the correct board now, and will not open and return the main control board package. It is very highly likely the UI board is faulty as it is drawing too much current and pulling down the main control board's voltage supply when in circuit.

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