Autism And ADHD the Hidden Struggle YOU Don’t See

In this video I am reviewing Dr. Thomas E. Brown’s Book: ADHD and Asperger Syndrome in Smart Kids And Adults - Twelve Stories Of Struggle, Support And Treatment.

The book is a very interesting take on how people view and understand Autism. The book uses terms like Aspergers syndrome to describe people of low Support needs autism.

In the beginning there is a overview of some people like Dr Temple Grandin to name a few who have been very successful in certain areas of their life and this is due to the fact that they are on the autism spectrum and that this helps them in the chosen field of interest.

The next part of the book goes over 12 stories of autistic adults who usually have a combined condition of ADHD also and all the struggles that come with this from school right up to adulthood and relationships.

What I find most interesting about this book is the stories from the 12 people in this book actually talk a bit about their home life which is what I believe is missing from a lot of books about Autism.

Let me know your thoughts and if you would like to improve anything on this please leave a comment and follow at @TheAspieWorld for more autism content.

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[bd]

This is really interesting as someone who is considered “bright” and also having adhd and autism. It has been difficult to find people who I relate to.

[ahermitslife]

Thank you so much for these videos Dan. My daughter was diagnosed with ADHD in her 20s and I'm almost positive that she has Asperger's. She is 30 now and I'm starting to have a much better understanding thanks to your videos and some other research.

[Dragonpit]

I am 33. I was diagnosed with ADHD only last year. I was diagnosed with Asperger's three years ago. My parents are not support of this. My dad keeps accusing me of making excuses to avoid moving out (I'm still living with them, btw) and constantly claims I am lazy. He even claims that mental disorders are just personal problems that people have to deal with. My mother is a tad more accepting, but she does nothing to help me move forward. Instead, in light of the current state of the world, among other things, she has instead gone fully into religion, believing that the Rapture will be happening soon, and is praying to God for salvation. She has even told me that if I went to Heaven, my ADHD and Autism will not exist and thus will no longer be a problem. I have very few friends, owing to the fact that my parents never encouraged me to do so, only stating when I was young that I would make new friends later in life, but never clarifying how or why. What few friends I do have are very busy with their personal lives and unable to help me, or are simply unwilling. Even my brother, who was also diagnosed autistic, refuses to believe I have a disorder for no other reason than that I don't look like I have one ( I should also state that my brother is also struggling with his disorder, is doing worse than I am, and is no longer talking to me). Even now, I am struggling on my own to move forward in my life. I am battered by meltdowns every so often, even while working at the minimum wage retail job I have (which I do not like, I should mention). I constantly feel alone, and have difficulties motivating myself to make changes in my life. After my latest meltdown, I found this channel and, after another meltdown later, I was finally able to motivate myself to post this comment...after much distraction.

I honestly don't know if there was a better place to post this comment, but even so, I need help. Advise, resources, and most importantly of all, support. Please...

[darkangelprincess]

My two favorite things about your videos are, I am learning so much about myself and your videos helped my husband to see that I actually am autistic and I am not imagining things

[keepitbluezola]

Just started watching your videos, as I’ve recently been diagnosed with combined type ADHD, and scored high on the Asperger’s syndrome. So on an intense journey of self discovery whilst being extremely relieved to finally discover what was wrong, as I always knew there was something.
Thank you.

[NurDieSGE]

Thanks for this Dan. I was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 7 but other people with ADHD tent to exhaust me when spending time with them as they are too loud to me. During the last years I felt signs pointing towards Autism such as: Sensibility to sounds and noise, being very quickly overwhelmed, not liking being around many people, needing my downtimes from activities with friends and family, organizing everything (even doing plans for my holidays on what day (and sometimes even hour of day) I will do something, Wanting to organize my home perfectly (and not managing to kep it organized due to ADHD) I am just about to look for an psychologist to get my Autism officially diagnosed

[Thomas-pqys]

I'm 73, and recently, suspecting I may be autistic. I know I'm ADHD, was diagnosed well over 25 years ago.

I am suspect because of becoming uncomfortable in some social situations, basically, avoiding everyone I can, and leaving early, angry at the petty level most people are at.

I too am a musician, and recently, have been very critical of others who play, making them uncomfortable in my presence.

I am gifted. Music comes fairly easy to me... and this puts others off as well.

My executive function is shit, practically non-existent.

I'm having severe emotional difficulties recently, family issues, and am in a state of rage about it. As a child, I was beaten for getting angry. I learned to stuff it, turn in into self-destructive depression. Needless to say, I'm presentiy a mess.

Alcohol seems to be the most effective anti-anxiety medication. I have one strong one before bed. It, along with well-researched supplements, help me get proper sleep, without which, I'd really be a mess.

Counseling would be good, but I'm having a hard time finding an effective counselor. Most here in the States are in it for the money. It's frustrating.

I also recently figured out that as a senior, I am becoming socially invisible. I perform in a showcases with younger, mediocre musicians, and the crown loves them, records them. Me? Even though I was a full time pro for decades, play at a high level of competence, they are charmed that the old guy showed up, doesn't need a wheelchair....

Aging sucks.

[XxfancythatxX]

Thank you for this. I have been trying to find a book that covers both conditions as I have recently been diagnosed with them both. It's difficult to find the right one without knowing what to expect but as a fan of your videos, I am inclined to take your review of this book on board and I will definitely be buying it!

[Milkmaid]

Thanks for making these videos!
I am wondering, do you have any vids about insomnia related to these neurological conditions?

[ShatteredInsights]

Hey man love this video. I am thinking I have Asperger’s along with my ADHD. Such a cool review thanks!

I did notice a lot of audio hiss in this video, it was a little distracting. Just thought you should know.

Love the channel, keep up the great work :)

[clypsay]

Love it when you stop for the tea break

[genieg]

Thanks Dan, your work is a massive help! ☺

[ericxb]

Man this video explains so gd much… my dad wanted to keep our dog’s crates out on our uninsulated back porch during an extreme freeze one winter. local news anchors suggested bringing pets inside during this, yet my dad was completely obstinate, upset over dog hair on our basement carpet. I brought their crates inside. When he got home from work he got angry at me and made me put them back out and I lost it. I took blankets out to them and slept outside with them. That guy couldn’t wait to put our dogs down when they got sick, too. Zero bedside manner. I ordered liquid food for one of our dogs to help him eat again when he got sick. My dad never used it. Probably just threw it away and put him down and neither parent said anything about it. I’ve lived on my own for years now but I can’t wait to leave the state.

[RaymondOreFineArt]

Wow! I must get this book. I have a spectrum diagnosis and I'm a member of Mensa which is handy because there are so many of us in Mensa I feel at home.

[The]

I watched a video on YouTube with Dr Brown talking about ADHD. It was so fascinating. I have others with him in, in my YouTube watch later list.
I really should get round to watching them, I just get distracted with loads of other videos, which I either watch or dump in my watch later list.

[darkangelprincess]

When you said tea break I took a drink from my tea for some reason 🤣

[samg.]

Thanks for sharing. I've been looking for more info about meds to see what could be Added to my adhd med since finding out I'm autistic, thanks !!!

[oreosaysb]

I'm a second year student in university and I feel like my peer culture has decreased in university. I have few friends and am constantly overwhelmed with responsibilities to do it feels like.

[dinagravanis]

He is the man !! Thank you . My 19 year old son .. gifted but school was a nightmare .. xx

[LycanVikin]

Love you Dan keep helping me find the words!
Real hero!