Despite media clamor both Autism and Asperger's disorder are often misdiagnosed and relatively rare, particularly in their severest form. Yet, when present, they have devastating social affects. The early years of life are critical during the development of psychological and social capacities which include the ability to trust, to share feelings, and to tolerate intimacy and gain comfort from relationships. Because these disorders develop during those years, severe weakness of these capacities are common, causing their often odd social interactions. Though, with luck and ability, they may be fortunate enough to succeed in becoming financially independent, the potential joy of human interaction may continually elude them.