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[–] HorseSizedDuck 0 points 1 point (+1|-0) ago 

Huh, that's interesting. Could you elaborate on what the connection is with autism? Is it the need for organization/categorization rather than "messy" reality?

I've always chalked it up to just a brain shortcut. Assuming that all people with a given trait are the same and have had the same experiences means you don't have to put so much effort into actually thinking about stuff.

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[–] crazyjuan [S] ago 

With both autism and Asperger's the individual has problems connecting with other people, but the real difference is in the approach to the problem. Autistic people tend to have little interest with social interactions, or may try to 'figure out' other people, this is what I referred to as autistic behaviour in the post description. It is pretty much as you said, it's easier to attempt to figure people out by categorization, although in reality the result isn't reflective of actual people. Whereas with Asperger's, people will try to emulate other people's behaviour in an attempt to fit in, usually with minimal success, and feel exhausted with trying to maintain a small number of friendships.