The Inventor of Ctl-Alt-Del Speaks

Ksyrup · 08-17-2005, 07:05 AM

I'm not quite sure how to characterize Bill Gates' reaction at the end...

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CraigSca · 08-17-2005, 07:25 AM

Bill_Gates = NOT(Sense_of_Humor);

Breeze · 08-17-2005, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by CraigSca

Bill_Gates = NOT(Sense_of_Humor);

I believe Gates has Asperger's, and no sense of humor is a condition of that syndrome.

CraigSca · 08-17-2005, 08:15 AM

Oh my. Was that a joke in itself?

Breeze · 08-17-2005, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by CraigSca

Oh my. Was that a joke in itself?

I'm assuming you are referring to my post. It's not a joke...Aspergers is still being defined but currently it is listed as a type of Autism.

Here is a link:

http://www.aspergers.com/

Not that I personally care about Gates, but I do think critizing someone for something they can't control is unfair.

Ksyrup · 08-17-2005, 08:29 AM

Never heard of it before, and I don't see anything confirming that Gates has it. I just thought his lack of reaction was funny. If it's caused by a medical condition, I guess that would explain it.

Eaglesfan27 · 08-17-2005, 08:36 AM

Asperger patients are my favorite patients of all to work with. I have 4 of them in my autism clinic. I've never heard that Bill Gates has Aspergers.

Edit: I'm not doubting your info. I just never knew. I always try to keep in mind at least a few "successful" people with each disorder that I treat so I can say to my patient that this person was successful despite their disorder and you can be too.

Ksyrup · 08-17-2005, 08:38 AM

Just a quick google search pulls up a bunch of blogs/articles suggesting he shows some of hte traits, like rocking and being socially awkward. Also, there was a Time Mag article suggesting he had it, as well.

CraigSca · 08-17-2005, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Breeze

I'm assuming you are referring to my post. It's not a joke...Aspergers is still being defined but currently it is listed as a type of Autism.

Here is a link:

http://www.aspergers.com/

Not that I personally care about Gates, but I do think critizing someone for something they can't control is unfair.

Ok - I thought it was a bad joke, actually, because my son is in the process of being diagnosed with it. I've documented the process in a thread here entitled "The Joys of Parenting (or lack thereof)". I wasn't sure if you were aware of the that thread and was just poking fun - my apologies as we're a little defensive about it.

True, it's not necessarily the nicest thing to "poke fun" at people for being different. However, you can't blame others for not having the knowledge or awareness of Asperger's - I have enough problems trying to convince the loved ones around me.

Ksyrup · 08-17-2005, 08:56 AM

Of course, the simplest answer could be the correct one - he doesn't like being the subject/butt of jokes.

Breeze · 08-17-2005, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by CraigSca

Ok - I thought it was a bad joke, actually, because my son is in the process of being diagnosed with it. I've documented the process in a thread here entitled "The Joys of Parenting (or lack thereof)". I wasn't sure if you were aware of the that thread and was just poking fun - my apologies as we're a little defensive about it.

True, it's not necessarily the nicest thing to "poke fun" at people for being different. However, you can't blame others for not having the knowledge or awareness of Asperger's - I have enough problems trying to convince the loved ones around me.

Craig,

I wasn't aware of your other thread, and would never do something so insensative. About a year ago my son was monitored and Asperger symptoms were noted (by the way - this is where I became aware of Bill Gates having this syndrome), but there were enough counter-indicators to keep the specialists from labeling him. He has outgrown a number of the issues and we have now determined that he actually suffers from sensory integration issues. He's doing much better now, but we still have rough periods. You and your son are in my prayers.

Lorena · 08-17-2005, 09:06 AM

His seemed awkward... I felt kinda sorry for him.

st.cronin · 08-17-2005, 04:04 PM

It's been rumored and widely believed in the Asperger's community that Gates has Asperger's for years, but nobody inside the Gates' circle has ever addressed the question, afaik.

Neon_Chaos · 08-17-2005, 09:37 PM

he has shitloads of money, i think he can do anything he damn well pleases.

08-17-2005, 07:25 AM	#2
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08-17-2005, 08:29 AM	#6
Ksyrup This guy has posted so much, his fingers are about to fall off. Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: In Absentia	Never heard of it before, and I don't see anything confirming that Gates has it. I just thought his lack of reaction was funny. If it's caused by a medical condition, I guess that would explain it. __________________ M's pitcher Miguel Batista: "Now, I feel like I've had everything. I've talked pitching with Sandy Koufax, had Kenny G play for me. Maybe if I could have an interview with God, then I'd be served. I'd be complete."

08-17-2005, 08:36 AM	#7
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	Asperger patients are my favorite patients of all to work with. I have 4 of them in my autism clinic. I've never heard that Bill Gates has Aspergers. Edit: I'm not doubting your info. I just never knew. I always try to keep in mind at least a few "successful" people with each disorder that I treat so I can say to my patient that this person was successful despite their disorder and you can be too. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen. Last edited by Eaglesfan27 : 08-17-2005 at 08:38 AM.

08-17-2005, 08:38 AM	#8
Ksyrup This guy has posted so much, his fingers are about to fall off. Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: In Absentia	Just a quick google search pulls up a bunch of blogs/articles suggesting he shows some of hte traits, like rocking and being socially awkward. Also, there was a Time Mag article suggesting he had it, as well. __________________ M's pitcher Miguel Batista: "Now, I feel like I've had everything. I've talked pitching with Sandy Koufax, had Kenny G play for me. Maybe if I could have an interview with God, then I'd be served. I'd be complete."

08-17-2005, 08:56 AM	#10
Ksyrup This guy has posted so much, his fingers are about to fall off. Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: In Absentia	Of course, the simplest answer could be the correct one - he doesn't like being the subject/butt of jokes. __________________ M's pitcher Miguel Batista: "Now, I feel like I've had everything. I've talked pitching with Sandy Koufax, had Kenny G play for me. Maybe if I could have an interview with God, then I'd be served. I'd be complete." Last edited by Ksyrup : 08-17-2005 at 09:12 AM.

08-17-2005, 09:06 AM	#12
Lorena Unregistered Join Date: May 2004	His seemed awkward... I felt kinda sorry for him. Last edited by Lorena : 08-17-2005 at 09:06 AM.

08-17-2005, 04:04 PM	#13
st.cronin General Manager Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: New Mexico	It's been rumored and widely believed in the Asperger's community that Gates has Asperger's for years, but nobody inside the Gates' circle has ever addressed the question, afaik.

08-17-2005, 09:37 PM	#14
Neon_Chaos Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Parañaque, Philippines	he has shitloads of money, i think he can do anything he damn well pleases. __________________ Come and see.

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