<p>One of the pitfalls of online forums is that you have no clue what the level of expertise, background or experience is of the people who post. People with well-developed interpersonal social skills, are careful to refrain from flinging personal insults, online as well as off. Also, in terms of basic social communication skills, it never comes off well for a person to proclaim himself an expert and then insult and demean anyone who offers an opinion that differs from theirs. </p>
<p>I haven’t suggested that I am in a position to diagnose the OP. He has self-disclosed characteristics that are consistent with a number of possibilities, including Aspergers. I said it would be a good idea for him to explore that issue with a qualified therapist. I also said that a therapist could help him with his specific goal of “dealing with” his parents. </p>
<p>It’s obvious to me that the OP doesn’t want to go to a therapist in order to have someone “fix” him or label him as crazy. I understand that, I wouldn’t either. I think its normal for him to want to avoid that situation, and it’s quite possible that his parents have said things to him that lead him to believe that is what they expect a therapist to do. </p>
<p>But I do think that there are diagnostic categories that would help him move in the direction of living the life he prefers… Whether or not he wants social relationships with his peers is his business. All I’ve said is that it would probably be useful for him to talk to a therapist and get a proper diagnosis.</p>