I agree with you 100%.<p>Tbh I think there are two kinds of autism. &#x27;Real&#x27; autism, like your brother has, or people who cannot speak, etc. This kind seems to be much rarer, but a tragedy for everyone involved. I read an article (linked here on HN but I can&#x27;t find it anymore) about someone taking care of such an autistic person and it is heartbreaking.<p>The other kind I would call &#x27;newest fad&#x27; autism that people who are a bit socially awkward label themselves with, and pride themselves with their &#x27;beautiful mind&#x27; and their intelligence. Bonus points: They don&#x27;t have to improve themselves and their social skills because it&#x27;s a mental health thing and out of their control.<p>The catalogues of mental disorders (like DSM) say a lot about a society.