Theory Of Mind Flashcards

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What does this theory say causes autism

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It’s caused by a cognitive deficit

Unable to see the perspective of others/ see the world from another point of view

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How does sally Anne test support this theory

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Children with autism were unable to predict where she would look based on their own knowledge

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How does baron - Cohen eye test support this theory

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Showed those with Austin were less able to identify he emotions that’s others were feeling

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How does osterling & Dawson supper this theory

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Studied baby parties , ones with autism didn’t pay attention to others faces

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How is this study not empirical

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Difficult to test , subjective data

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What is the chase and effect issue

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We don’t know if impaired TOM causes autism or is it just another feature

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