Being part of tthe autistic community

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It's far more stress inducing and hard to cope with than being part of the severe mental illness and the high IQ communities.

that c-word is almost the most unpleasant one
antagonistic i'd say

a weasel word if that's the right interpretation?

It's a much more intense and psychologically demanding environment, and I'm nowhere near at my best in such an environment.

There was a special interest group (SIG)in Mensa for Aspergers. It was interesting to see how an Asperger bully so quickly could kill any attempt at real conversation.

My theory is that the neurological variant that produces this condition creates a more intensive inner life dealing with sensory and cognitive processing. This results in developmental delays such that the natural selfishness of childhood is extended and even amplified in those who have not developed corresponding management skills.

Speaking for myself, we can be insensitive to the social discomfort we can create.