Asperger's and Depression

Parents Forum Learning Differences and Challenges - LD, ADHD
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I graduated high school in 2006, but just barely-by senior year, I was suffering from anxiety attacks on a daily basis. After about three years, my mother had me enroll in a community college part-time. It didn’t go well-while I passed several classes, I fared catastrophically in others. I finally gave up two years later. A couple months after I left, I was diagnosed with depression. Three years later, I also received a diagnosis of Asperger’s. I’ve since managed to hold down a part-time job, and earlier this month I started at a junior college. Since I work as a receptionist, I’m expanding my job opportunities by studying medical office administration. I’m determined to see things through this time, and I’m off to a good start.

I’d like advice on how to power through my emotional problems. I’ve tried anti-depressants, but they’ve had a negative effect on my body. Therapy hasn’t worked either. My previous issues were prior to my diagnoses, and I’m desperate to avoid repeating history.

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It might be helpful to read some things by Asperger Experts or watch videos by Amythest Schaber on YouTube.

I think trying to “power through emotional problems” could be counterproductive.

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Maybe “power through” was the wrong way to phrase it, but it’s essentially what I already do with my anxiety. I was placed in the receptionist position solely to confront the anxiety. It’s never gone away because it’s hereditary and only exacerbated by the Asperger’s. All I can do is try to hide it as much as possible.

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not sure if you ever revisit this forum, but I can tell you how what has helped with my Asperger’s / Depression. Biofeedback (HRV) and Neurofeedback. Last June i made some video’s discussing my issues Beldan4 on youtube. The one on Neurofeedback mostly goes over what treatments i found useful and how they were.