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>He said that he has Aspergers.

People are often looking for explanations for their personalities or interests. Look at how many people claim to be "on the spectrum" on HN underneath any article on the topic.



I've known many people with spectrum disorders. Some were difficult to work with and you make accommodations. A few were assholes.

Universally, the assholes with spectrum disorders used their diagnosis to get away with abusive behaviour and, in two cases, sexual harassment.




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