In this paper, we consider the domain of executive functions (EFs) and their possible role in
developmental psychopathologies. We first consider general theoretical and measurement …

Abstract “Weak central coherence” refers to the detail-focused processing style proposed to
characterise autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The original suggestion of a core deficit in …

We propose an “Enhanced Perceptual Functioning” model encompassing the main
differences between autistic and non-autistic social and non-social perceptual processing …

Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are developmental disorders which are thought primarily
to affect social functioning. However, there is now a growing body of evidence that unusual …

Abstract 'Executive function'is an umbrella term for functions such as planning, working
memory, impulse control, inhibition and mental flexibility, as well as for the initiation and …

Abstract The Kiddie Schedule for Affective Disorders and Schizophrenia was modified for
use in children and adolescents with autism by developing additional screening questions …

The sociocommunicative impairments that define autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are not
present at birth but emerge gradually over the first two years of life. In typical development …

Loneliness and friendship were examined in 22 high‐functioning children with autism and
19 typically developing children equated with the autistic children for IQ, CA, gender …

Autism covers a wide spectrum of disorders for which there are many views, hypotheses and
theories. Here we propose a unifying theory of autism, the Intense World Theory. The …

This chapter examines neurobiological development in normal and illustrative high‐risk
conditions and mental disorders. It reviews relevant findings on neural plasticity and their …