Asperger’s syndrome is no longer a stand-alone diagnosis. It’s now part of the autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In other words, people with signs and symptoms of Asperger’s receive an ASD diagnosis.

Late at night, when I’m alone, I sometimes ponder what it means to be autistic. Do I experience sounds and smells differently from an allistic (non autistic) person? Scientific studies suggest I do.

Asperger’s Syndrome has been a part of IT for as long as there’s been IT. So why aren’t we doing better by the Aspies among us? Editor’s note: This story, and the underlying topic, was the focus of a ...