What would I be diagnosed with if I can't understand language, hold conversation or have a sense of memory?

Question

I am 19 years old and have come to the realization *sadly* that I know absolutely nothing, my head is virtually empty despite being in school for 18 years, despite living with a college educated parents... I realize I don't talk, and if so, it's "increments." I'm thinking this may be a case of autism but not asperger's as I have no real obsession and not low functioning as I am physically able to move, talk and completely look like a "normal" person. However, how can I be classified as "high functioning" if I can't remember anything or critically think? It is as though I am an eternal child... and don't think it will ever change :(

I am perfectly normal as far as health is concerned. This is the issue. Yes, I have had anxiety, almost all the time. But I don't think.. it's such a hard concept to explain, this is why I think it is autism. I have been like this virtually my whole life.. it seems like the only way I can communicate is through words- on paper- but this, this segment right here, I would not be able to voice, this would not come from my head, thinking processes... I look like a normal, 19 year old but I have the mind of a 3 year old.. at first I thought it was from ignorance, not knowing anything.. until I realized I don't know ANYTHING, it has to be something deeper.. it's like I was born with amnesia. Every day is completely new. Completely new.

Answer 1

I don't believe you can't critically think...you are aware enough of yourself to be able to describe yourself to us.

I am not a psychologist, but I have had experiences similar to what you are describing. I think it's part of finding yourself, of becoming aware of who you are. The most frustrating part for me was describing how I was feeling to others and them having no idea what I meant. Still, a psychiatrist or psychologist should be able to rule out the major groups of disorders for you. Good luck.

Answer 2

You sound a lot like me...is it possible you deal with a lot of anxiety? I have generalized anxiety disorder which makes it hard to learn new things sometimes because I'm nervous and overstimulated much of the time. It might explain your being quiet as well. I'm extremely quiet and worry and over-analyze everything.

Answer 3

Are you always moving about? I mean, can you sit still and pay attention to a person or a show for a full 30 min?
Maybe its a form of ADD.

Its kinda hard to diagnose without knowing other things about you.

Answer 4

this may not call for a psychological diagnosis, but a medical one. Have you been checked out by a neurologist? Start by getting an exam with your family physician, and request a referral for a neurologist. They can rule out any medical condition, then, if they have no findings, try the psychological route.

Answer 5

Virginity

Answer 6

teenager