I My mom simply showed me a book one day and I just took off.(Would I be considered a self-taught reader?)
I don't think that there is an agreed definition of 'self-taught reader' but this description sure fits my understanding of the term. ((wink))
Your overall description does sound like some version of 2E. Have you found work-around for your current daily life? Are you able to do 'work-around' for the problems with math, clocks,directions, maps and money at this time? These questions will help you decide how much resource you should put into getting help with your challenge areas.
Did you assume that because you have weaknesses that your intellectual strengths are 'nothing special?' One of the common myths about giftedness is that it 'doesn't count unless it's across the board strength.' The reality is that many gifted kids and adults have significant challenges.
take a look at
This is Alisa - Asynchronous Scholars' Fund
www.youtube.comSmiles,
Grinity
