Incapable of emotion—high-functioning Asperger's Syndrome…

There is a small segment of people with autism that have savant skills, where they can memorize entire maps of whole entire city. They…

— Temple Grandin

“Zealots are totally incapable of any emotion other than rage. It is an unalterable law that people who claim to care about the human…

— Quentin Crisp

“He’s a really smart high-functioning Asperger’s case who deals with social interaction by emulating it in his head, running a set of social heuristics,…

— Anonymous

The ways in which acquired savants show up are usually the same ways that congenital, or non-acquired, savant syndrome shows up. They tend to…

— Darold Treffert

Some autistic people have savant skills. All autistic people do not have savant skills. Autism is a very variable disorder varying all the way…

— Temple Grandin

“Many people with Asperger syndrome like to spend time alone, especially when engaged in a special interest.”

— Ruth Searle

“Many people with Asperger syndrome can suffer from sensory overload – a feeling of being overwhelmed by bright lights, noise or crowds. Situations such…

— Ruth Searle

Girls are generally recognized as superior mimics. Those with [Asperger's Syndrome] hold back and observe until they learn the 'rules', then imitate their way…

— Tony Attwood

There's a saying within the Asperger community: if you've met one person with Asperger's syndrome, you've met one person with Asperger's syndrome ... Within…

— Hugh Dancy

There are many facts within fiction. This captivating story provides invaluable insights into the childhood of a girl who has Asperger’s syndrome. Fiction allows…

— Tony Attwood

The jury is supposed to be twelve peers, but technically that would mean every single person on the jury should have Asperger's syndrome, because…

— Jodi Picoult

A diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome can be useful to help a person understand why they have had difficulties.

— Simon Baron-Cohen

“Fault! Asperger’s isn’t a fault. It’s a variant. It’s potentially a major advantage. Asperger’s syndrome is associated with organization, focus, innovative thinking, and rational…

— Graeme Simsion

“What are the problems associated with Asperger syndrome? People with Asperger syndrome describe the following associated problems and feelings: loneliness; despair; feeling isolated; being…

— Ruth Searle

“Women partners of men with Asperger's Syndrome have mentioned qualities such as quiet, kind, strong, and attentive as what attracted them to their partners.…

— Chantal Sicile-Kira