The Theory of Mind Hypothesis of ASD Suggests That Children

question 44

Multiple Choice

 The theory of mind hypothesis of ASD suggests that children with ASD ____.

• A) focus on one feature of an object in an environment while ignoring other equally important features
• B) do not understand others' mental states
• C) cannot take in the larger picture because of a tendency to focus on details
• D) are unable to split their social attention in social situations

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Definitions:

Love and Acceptance

Deep feelings of affection towards someone combined with the recognition and approval of their qualities or faults.

Observable Behavior

Actions or responses of an individual that can be seen and measured directly by others.

Inner Thoughts

The internal, often unspoken, dialogue and contemplations of an individual.

Edward Titchener

A psychologist known for developing the theory of structuralism and promoting the use of introspection in psychological research.