Scientific Brain Linked to Autism

squoozer writes "The BBC is reporting that a leading scientist in area of Developmental Psychopathology, Professor Simon Baron-Cohen, is indicating that there is good chance that there is a scientific basis to the observed phenomenon that children with highly analytical parents are more likely to be autistic. He believes the genes which make someone analytical may also impair their social and communication skills. A weakness in these areas is the key characteristic of autism."

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Re:Evolution

[Digital Vomit]

I've never seen any information to suggest that there is a lower rate of fertility among autistic / aspergers individuals, or even common nerds.

My sister-in-law is an Occupational Therapist who often deals with kids with Asperger's Syndrome. I know it's pretty immature of me, but it's sometimes difficult to not blurt out with laughter when she suddenly brings up the topic. It would have been nice if the syndrome had been given a name that does not sound like "Ass burgers" to someone who is not familiar with it. I know it's a valid surname an all, but come on.

She: "That's something Michael, one of the Asperger's kids I know, would do."

Me: "WTF? Ass-burgers kids?"

Re:pwn3d

[Fordiman]

Yes! Purple's my favorite, though I've heard a number of people love the Blizzard.

Though, nothing's more popular than the failed democracy flavored crack. It's Marion Barrie's favorite!