Cognition and intelligence in HFA

Maria A. Efstratopoulou

Cognition and intelligence in HFA

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Abstract

The term high functioning captures the level of adequate cognitive functioning in that group, while often, when referring to the level of language competence (i.e., intact structural language), they are described as highly verbal. However, problems with pragmatic language have been consistently reported across the autistic spectrum, even when structural language is intact. In addition, some studies have found evidence of weaknesses in the figurative and idiomatic language domains, contrasting with clear strengths in areas of grammar.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	The Enigma of Autism Genius, Disorder or Just Different?
Publisher	Nova Science Publishers, Inc.
Pages	35-78
Number of pages	44
ISBN (Electronic)	9781536125986
ISBN (Print)	9781536125979
Publication status	Published - Jan 1 2017
Externally published	Yes

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General Psychology

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