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A woman's boyfriend has been collecting data on their intimate life and other personal details for five years without her knowledge or consent, sparking a debate about the ethics of data collection and the difficulties faced by people with autism in understanding and describing their emotions.

The boyfriend, who has not been named , used spreadsheets, pie charts, and comparative diagrams to track everything from their relationship to his exercise habits and blood pressure.

The woman, who has also not been named, was shocked and felt like a science experiment when she discovered the data.

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The incident has sparked a debate about the ethics of data collection and the difficulties faced by people with autism in understanding and describing their emotions.

Some commenters have suggested that the boyfriend's actions may be an adaptation for people with autism who struggle to access or articulate feelings intuitively.

The woman has decided to stay in the relationship, but has made it clear that she will not tolerate any further data collection without her consent .

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The incident has also raised questions about the boundaries of intimacy and the importance of communication in relationships.

The woman's boyfriend defended his actions, saying he had no malicious intent and was not sharing the data with anyone.

The incident has sparked a wider conversation about the ethics of data collection and the need for consent in personal relationships.