tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1527055659904040434.post3495096731743707031..comments2023-09-17T04:34:33.856-07:00Comments on My ASD Child: Aspergers Adults and Self-MedicationUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1527055659904040434.post-5257464797469660022017-09-06T20:55:50.793-07:002017-09-06T20:55:50.793-07:00Interesting perspective. I live in Washington sta...Interesting perspective. I live in Washington state where it's legal. They shop that sell medical marijuana also sells recreational, it's one in the same. It very well could be like that where you are from but not so much here. I know people that use it moderately to control a variety of illnesses. It's has less side affects that most medications. There is several ways to take it and several varieties some of which do not even cause the munchies or a high. Marijuana would only cost approximately $20 to replace 4 medications that would cost about $400. What it comes down to is proper use.Educateyourselfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13020183193167448125noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1527055659904040434.post-54232289627461694642017-06-25T08:00:25.593-07:002017-06-25T08:00:25.593-07:00The pot out there is more potent then a recreation...The pot out there is more potent then a recreation use. Many are getting addicted to the high. There are all kinds of bad chemicals added and it still is the gateway drug as I don't know many (very few) who haven't tried stronger drugs. There are four major issues. In most states, it's illegal and it will cost you thousands in attorney fees. It's expensive and there for they get codependent with their addiction and many more are becoming addicted due to the high / potency. They are dealing with sketchy people to get their drugs and could be spending $280-$380 real dollars a month. How does one pay rent? Food bills go up with munchies / basically they can't afford this drug. lol The depression and real world gets harder to deal with without being numb and they get extremely moody and depressed without it. Never mind if they smoke it and the cancer they will suffer with earlier on in life and I don't think suffering more is part of their long term plan. They usually need counseling and replacement skills (to take the place of when and who they smoked with) a whole new set of friends (which is extremely hard for them) so getting busy with a sport/running or new hobbie helps but it will be hard. In the long run worth it and you can live independently. NO one is supporting your habit and that doesn't mean go out and steal. That means get another job and keep busy.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09975926761476101183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1527055659904040434.post-15698588403935068112012-03-18T11:31:54.285-07:002012-03-18T11:31:54.285-07:00I remember about 30 years ago I smoked 420 in coll...I remember about 30 years ago I smoked 420 in college .... Until I smoked some unknowingly that had been geeked with LSD.<br />I began having vivid visual and auditory hallucinations...all I could do was just hold on <br />and this went on for about 12 hours. I guess that is what they called a bad trip. I went on into law enforcement and never used 420.<br />I spoke with several narcotics agents about my experience and if it was just some really powerful bud that caused the bad trip. I also talked with a few heads. Everyone said LSD or <br />PCP...I also remember being boxed in. In 2000 I was in a bad on the job car accident.<br />Several years later I had to have three joint replacements. I was out on disability then.<br />I went to a pain clinic in 2005 and was put on morphine and percocet. This only helped for a few months and I tapered off of it a year later. In 2009 I had my third total joint replacement. I started back with the pain clinic due to the pain. I decided to give 420 another try and it helped with the pain tremendously. I did not have that bad experience like I had in college. I could only use 420 a couple of days a month due to the possibilty of getting screened by the pain clinic. I only recently tapered off the pain meds. <br />I believe 420 use and sales stimulate the economy. That is why it is kept illegal. If you legalize and regulate and tax a vice you kill the <br />value. Just like what happened with alcohol prohibition. Cartels and gangs regulate 420 now. Ive seen it at all angles. I have Aspergers, bipd, and aadd. I have always had <br />a feeling of being different and prefer one on one conversations\interactions. I am not using 420 right now. I was born on 4/20 and am a 24 year law enforcement veteran.Dochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06282326081341982431noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1527055659904040434.post-41622953358580238652012-03-06T05:58:43.730-08:002012-03-06T05:58:43.730-08:00We are the grandparents of an Aspergers 17 year ol...We are the grandparents of an Aspergers 17 year old garndson who has just come to live with us as his parents have been having issues with smoking maruihana and staying out til all hours with an unsavoury group of friends, his has been having counselling but has failed to come home for the last couple of sessions. He has also had issues with getting along with his step father and younger siblings. He is currently doing an apprenticship as a roof tiler which he seems to enjoy and has a good working relationship with his boss but we are worried that will change if the drugs become more of an issue.He says the drug makes him feel normal.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1527055659904040434.post-44239614516115811792011-12-17T22:43:53.492-08:002011-12-17T22:43:53.492-08:00There are a few things i would like to add to the ...There are a few things i would like to add to the topic as an aspie who self-medicates.<br />1.) i think as a group we do not trust the pharmaceutical industry. the substances have numerous side affects, seem less effective than marijuana, and those producing these drugs have the hidden agenda of profit.<br />2.) Marijuana in many ways has saved my life, I have had periods in my life of extreme stress, anxiety, and depression in which marijuana was able to slow the processes of my mind to a normal level.<br />3.) A-motivational syndrome definitely has some validity, but what if I am happier as an underachiever. Why is the quality of life only measured by the level of achievement or activity of an individual. I've always felt that its up to evry individual to lead the happiest life possible. Monks in tibet achieve very little yet are praised in their society, maybe our societal values are junk, we seem to place possessions over people.<br />* However, I do realize that a number of people with aspergers may want to be successful and the substance causing a lack of success may be damaging to that individual.Adamnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1527055659904040434.post-64693465132236901752011-12-12T12:11:08.307-08:002011-12-12T12:11:08.307-08:00Every human being has 3 bodies. The physical body,...Every human being has 3 bodies. The physical body, the emotional/mind body, and the spiritual body. Aspergers effects the mind/emotional body. Therefore, 2 of the 3 bodies are not effected by this disorder. Many Aspies go on living thinking that they are doomed and that something is terribly wrong with them when in truth, they are just different. They are human beings living on this planet to teach us something. That they are to be accepted and loved unconditionally AS IS. This means not trying to change them to fit into social norms. Aspies need empowered. They need to understand that there are MANY others on this planet JUST LIKE THEM and they need to unite to feel understood by each other. The physical body and the spiritual body are just like everyone elses. They are NOT their mind. If you sit in silence for a moment, you can observe your mind and the random thoughts that pop up. If you can observe these thoughts, then YOU ARE NOT THAT MIND. Aspies need to understand that. It's very important. They are not damaged goods. They are just different. <br /><br />As far as marijuana use is concerned. Marijuana has been used for spiritual purposes for thousands of years. It has a stigma in the US because it's illegal. There are many countries in this world where it is not. Marijuana gets you "high". The meaning of getting "high" is your mind is able to lift out of its current level of consciousness to a higher level of consciousness. Marijuana is a TEACHER plant. When you are high you are able to think up and out of where your current mind has you held hostage. The trick is to remember your thoughts and what you learn when you are high and apply them to your everyday life. It should be used as a addition to a regular meditation and yoga practice. <br /><br />The chemical medications prescribed by doctors are all extremely dangerous and can cause dependency. Marijuana is a natural substance. If an Aspie is self medicating with marijuana don't be concerned, it is just what their minds need. The plant is here for a reason, just like everything else in nature.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1527055659904040434.post-37755450644520734532011-07-15T20:57:52.606-07:002011-07-15T20:57:52.606-07:00i have aspergers and recently stopped smoking pot....i have aspergers and recently stopped smoking pot. Its not worth it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1527055659904040434.post-71349705164416535962010-12-16T11:01:14.484-08:002010-12-16T11:01:14.484-08:00Another prob w self medicating w weed is the Q, is...Another prob w self medicating w weed is the Q, is there also alcohol involved. Often ppl who use weed as med also drink moderately to severe. Alcohol is a deppressant. Become an educated person abt what he is using in total & talk to him abt it frm his perspective. See his side but be objective. Becomming dependent is no answer & neither is lung problems. Get support & advice by going on Facebook & searching for Aspergers in "search" or in "causes". U & he can make friens, connections, join groups, "like" aspergers pages... Ur & his neews feed will gv u hope, answers, & support. I am Tammy Modlin on fb. :)tammy modlinnoreply@blogger.com