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Sethno
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09 Mar 2014, 11:37 pm

michael517 wrote:
I think it needs to be one that can be done in black and white, so it can become an Unicode character or get it as a tattoo. :) Or at least a cheap tattoo.

Some how it has to show order or be indicative of wanting to align objects.



Would that represent the need for routine, or the habit some autistic kids have of wanting to arrange things in order, even if those things aren't theirs?


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10 Mar 2014, 1:08 am

Even though we do like to keep things tidy, I think the idea of keeping everything aligned is more associated with OCD in the minds of neurotypical people.

If I designed an Asperger's symbol, I think I would use a white "1" superimposed on a black "0", to represent our binary "it is or it isn't" way of thinking, as well as our stereotypical affinity with computers. Maybe tomorrow I'll through together a simple drawing and post it up here.



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10 Mar 2014, 10:45 am

I was thinking more along the order.

Hmmm Saul brings up a good point.