I know this is a rather taboo subject to some, but are there any individuals from history that you believe may have had autism? More specifically, any that you think are not commonly mentioned or relate to a special interest?
A few people I speculate about are T. E Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia), Benjamin Britten, Glen Gould, and Edward Wilson (polar explorer).
Whilst I find a sort of comfort in finding similarities in behaviour to people from the past, I am aware that we shouldn't give an "armchair diagnosis". It is interesting to see people in fields that typically include autistic people (eg. science, classical music), however. I am also quite tired of seeing lists online that flit between Einstien and Charles Darwin - there must be other people to think of - and where are the women! Fortunately, I have seen Emily Dickinson appearing on newer lists.
Anyway, I look forward to seeing what others come up with :)
