I think the value in these labels is that they allow us to better understand how all of us are different, both genetically and environmentally.
For me at least, understanding differences like Asperger's helps me understand other people better. And through better understanding, I can appreciate them more for the unique person that they are.
Instead of asking "Why is that person doing something like that? Are they stupid or something?" my internal dialogue changes to "Oh, I see exactly why they act that way. I understand now and appreciate the good and the bad. That's cool."
It takes me from a state of judgement to a state of understanding and appreciation.
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