Not everything that steps out of line, and thus "abnormal", must necessarily be "inferior".
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We are convinced, then, that autistic people have their place in the organism of the social community. They fulfil their role well, perhaps better than anyone else could, and we are talking of people who as children had the greatest difficulties and caused untold worries to their care-givers.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the valuable role that autistic individuals play in society despite the challenges they face.
Hans Asperger emphasizes the importance of autistic individuals within the social fabric, asserting that they contribute uniquely and significantly to the community. He acknowledges the struggles they endure, especially in childhood, but argues that their contributions are vital and often surpass those of others, highlighting a perspective of inclusion and appreciation for diversity in abilities.
Themes
AutismCommunityInclusionDiversityUnderstanding
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about inclusion, I can reference Hans Asperger's quote to highlight the value of diverse contributions in society.
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