Baron-Cohen- Keywords (autism) Flashcards
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
A neurodevelopment disorder
That presents as social and communication difficulties, restricted and ritualistic behaviours and interests.
DSM
A diagnostic tool used to diagnose mental disorders world-wide.
International Classification of Diseases (ICD)
A diagnostic tool. Used worldwide that includes all health related conditions.
Asperger’s Syndrome (AS)
A neurological condition in the higher functioning end of the autism spectrum which manifests in a serious deficiencies in social and communication skills.
Autism Spectrum Quotient Test (AQ)
A self report questionnaire with scores ranging from 0-50, the higher the score the more autistic traits the person may have.
Theory of the mind
the cognitive ability that enables people to realise others have differing beliefs, feelings, desires and knowledge from their own. A theory of mind is linked to empathy which informs one’s ability to assign an appropriate mental state to another person.
Social sensitivity
The proficiency at which an individual can identify and understand social cues in social interactions.
Empathy
The ability to understand the world from another persons perspective.
WAIS-R TEST
IQ assessment tool. That uses tests of block design,
vocab,
similarities and pictures completion.
Basic emotions
Universally recognisable emotions
(6 basic emotions, happiness, sadness, surprise, fear)
Ceiling effect
When a test is too easy and a lot of the ppts score the best or the maximum score. which is problematic as it does not show differences between ppts.
Original eyes test
First version of the eyes test which was criticised for many practical issues.
Quasi experiment
Involves the manipulation of the iv but there is no random assignment of ppts to conditions. (A difference already exists)
Natural experiment
The study of a naturally occurring variable. The researcher does not/cannot manipulate the iv. So, the dv is simply measured and judged as the effect of the iv.
