The Relationship of Learning Disabilities and Higher-Level Autism.

Shea, Victoria; Mesibov, Gary B.

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ERIC Number: EJ329700

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1985

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The Relationship of Learning Disabilities and Higher-Level Autism.

Shea, Victoria; Mesibov, Gary B.

Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, v15 n4 p425-35 Dec 1985

Similarities between severe learning disabilities and higher-level autism are seen to include uneven profiles, language difficulties, social and interpersonal deficits, and cognitive disorganization. Among differences are relatedness and play interests. Benefits of viewing the two conditions as overlapping on a continuum are noted. (CL)

Descriptors: Autism, Learning Disabilities, Psychological Characteristics, Student Characteristics

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Non-Classroom

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Language: English

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