This isn't actually the case. I think those people just stand out in our memory a little more. Research has shown the people with high IQ's tend to be over all more successful in all areas of life than those with low IQ's. However, there are cases of individuals with Autism or Aspergers as mentioned that are highly intelligent, but have difficulty reading emotions. Women also tend to have better interpersonal skills than men, but this is not always the case.
