Cognitive Deficits in the Pathogenesis of Autism.

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Title: Cognitive Deficits in the Pathogenesis of Autism.
Language: English
Authors: Rutter, M.
Source: Child Psychology and Psychiatry and Allied Disciplines. Oct 1983 24(4):513-531.
Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 19
Publication Date: 1983
Document Type: Information Analyses
Journal Articles
Descriptors: Autism, Children, Intelligence Quotient, Interpersonal Competence, Language Acquisition, Pathology
Abstract: Reports empirical findings indicating that autistic children have a basic cognitive deficit that is not a secondary consequence of social withdrawal. The precise nature of the deficit is discussed, as are studies of autistic children's general intelligence, language abnormalities, and social impairments. (RH)
Entry Date: 1984
Accession Number: EJ287066
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Reports empirical findings indicating that autistic children have a basic cognitive deficit that is not a secondary consequence of social withdrawal. The precise nature of the deficit is discussed, as are studies of autistic children's general intelligence, language abnormalities, and social impairments. (RH)