what is the difference
between a somewhat aspergers-ish individual (SAI) who has managed to adapt and integrate into society; and one who hasn't (yet).

I imagine the first sort of SAI is perhaps moderately pleased with themself; and the other probably frustrated and depressed.

Let's all harangue (I quote: "contempt", "whining") the second class SAI for their lack of confidence and annoyingly poor social skills shall we? I mean, that will _really_ help their social skills. And their confidence. Whether they have ASD, SAI, or a large collection of rusty screws.

In short -- your last para sounded a bit "I'm not $THING -ist, but...".


@axe (below) I believe you missed my point -- I'm utterly indifferent to the reason for the sub-optimal behaviour. I'm pointing out that your contempt serves no purpose other than to make you feel smug (or so it seems). It doesn't help anyone (failing) to master their situation. You chose to use the words "contempt" and "whining" -- that's hardly the best choice of language for advice.

So you made the big step and got better. Good for you. Will others, hiding behind their computers, find your contempt for their "whining" helpful?
(haberman is singing in the changes, Tue 1 Jul 2008, 13:23, Reply)