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Do i have asperger's or am i extremely shy? how does one differentiate the two?
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Probably "shy": Most people with asperger's aren't shy. They have great difficulty in social situations which can lead to anxiety in social situations. Extreme "shyness" can be a symptom of social phobia which is a treatable disorder. I would recommend seeing a psychiatrist who ca help you with the distinction.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Aspergers: Shyness does not equate asperger's. But a licensed psychologist can help you figure out which is which. Here is a video overview. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xg1ngp1ngds.
Answered 5/14/2016
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