As an autistic guy with issues similar to Stallman's, I don't like the idea that only professionals are allowed to observe and comment on mental issues. There's

As an autistic guy with issues similar to Stallman's, I don't like the idea that only professionals are allowed to observe and comment on mental issues. There's nothing wrong with pointing out pervasive behavior patterns. You should do so responsibly and without being a jerk about it; using "mental issues" as shorthand for "I don't like you so you must be crazy" is bullshit. But I don't think that's what's happening here. The author mentions it mostly to say that it doesn't matter.