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What is the Academic and social life like at College?

What will college social life be like? Is it overwhelming for those with Asperger's Syndrome?

  • I have Asperger's syndrome, I was diagnosed at seven. I've had a lot of practice with my social skills with various therapists and they say that for an Aspie, I do decently in social situations, although I do prefer to be by myself. I have some friends now in high school, I go out with them on occasion to movies, sleepovers and all that like normal kids. I'm fearing that I'll become terribly homesick, even though two of my top colleges are only a state away from my parents. I also fear living with a stranger in a dorm room (I'd honestly rather be in a dorm than an apartment because I'm scared to live alone, at least my first year of college. I'm also an only child). I'm scared about being more outcasted by people (although I have friends at my school, a lot of people think I'm weird because of my weird social skills) because I do have problems with that. I never dated either, never had a first kiss, never really even been interested in boys so I'm also afraid of people making fun of me because of that. Since I also don't really have an interest in drinking, attending a LOT of parties (I like parties but I can only handle about one a week) and having sex, so I fear that will socially outcast me.

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    Hi. Trust me, even the most socially mature and outgoing person is wondering what to expect from college, so your questions are quite normal. You will have a few more challenges, as you will probably not be interested in some of the big parties going on. But, the nice thing about college is that you will find a niche of friends. Since you will be living with people, you will have more opportunity to really get to know people than in a high school situation. You will find a lot of opportunities to join clubs, and that is a great way to make a small group of friends at the start. I have worked at colleges for 25 years, so trust me that you will find friends. Try not to be scared, this is a big, wonderful step. Trust yourself, you can do this!

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Hmm.. to be honest with you. It will probably be difficult to adjust since you are saying you are kind of worried about moving away from your parents and living on your own. I think dealing with anything that makes you "different" from other people can sometimes make things overwhelming. i know it is kind of different but i struggle with depression and that really took a toll on my social life and being surrounded by "normal" people made me feel even more different, so i think it might be hard for you a little. I think it is hard for anyone making that transition to college, but have faith in yourself i think you can do do it and you shouldnt let your aspergers get in the way:) or at least do your best to try not to let it. best of luck

Elena

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