[AdrianH]

Originally Posted by Rapscallion

For some reason, my main forum goes in phases.

For many months, we had loads of people introducing themselves as having Aspberger's, and some even claiming to have very mild Aspberger's (for those not in the know, it's a mild form of autism). That seemed to die down when my team and I pointed out that we didn't care, and nobody was accepting it as an excuse if someone behaved badly. I also made pointed notes in threads that if it wasn't diagnosed by a doctor then I had no time for the claim.

Rapscallion

Correction:

1) the condition is Asperger's syndrome named after Hans Asperger who first described it.

2) It is NOT in any way a "mild" version of autism, this description is entirely wrong . Asperger's syndrome can be very difficult and limiting condition.

3) People with an autistic spectrum disorder do not tell you of their condition as an excuse for anything, if they mention it it is so you can hopefully understand that they have a different way of thinking and speaking .They often misunderstand other peoples use of language and phrases and equally can appear to be "blunt" or rude when there is no such intention.

The point is they are making an effort to join in and take part in the world ,something that is not easy when you have a disability in communication.