Cognitive theories of autism
Rajendran, G. and Mitchell, P. (2007) Cognitive theories of autism. Developmental Review, 27 (2). pp. 224-260. ISSN 0273-2297 (https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dr.2007.02.001)
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Abstract
This article considers three theories of autism: The Theory of Mind Deficit, Executive Dysfunction and the Weak Central Coherence accounts. It outlines each along with studies relevant to their emergence, their expansion, their limitations and their possible integration. Furthermore, consideration is given to any implication from the theories in relation to the distinction or otherwise between the various autistic subgroups. Finally, future directions in autism research are identified, especially in terms of methodological advances and whether the three theories can be unified.
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Item type: Article ID code: 5154 Dates: DateEvent2007PublishedKeywords: autism, asperger syndrome, autistic spectrum disorders, cognitive theories, Psychology, Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health, Education, Psychiatry and Mental health, Experimental and Cognitive Psychology, Developmental and Educational Psychology, SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being Subjects: Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > Psychology Department: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (HaSS) > School of Psychological Science and Health > Psychology Depositing user: Strathprints Administrator Date deposited: 13 Jan 2008 Last modified: 13 Jun 2023 02:30 URI: https://strathprints.strath.ac.uk/id/eprint/5154