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Lauren A Mason1,2, Brandon M Zimiga3, Regina Anders-Jefferson3
1San Francisco State University, San Francisco, CA, USA. lauren.mason@tufts.edu.
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders
|October 12, 2020
Summary
Higher Autism Quotient (AQ) scores correlate with lower self-rated executive functioning (EF) but not with objective EF performance. Individuals with higher AQ also engage less in physical activity.
Area of Science:
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Cognitive Psychology
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Executive functioning (EF) is crucial for daily activities.
- Autism Quotient (AQ) measures autistic traits in individuals with normal intelligence.
- The relationship between autistic traits and EF requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between Autism Quotient (AQ) scores and executive functioning (EF).
- To explore the link between AQ scores and self-rated EF, objective EF performance, and engagement in EF-recruiting activities.
Main Methods:
- 200 students of normal intelligence were assessed.
- Data collected included AQ scores, self-rated EF, performance-based EF measures, and engagement in specific activities.
- Statistical analyses examined correlations between AQ and EF measures.
Main Results:
- Increased AQ scores were associated with decreased self-rated EF ability.
- No significant correlation was found between AQ scores and objective EF task performance.
- Higher AQ scores showed a negative association with physical activity engagement and positive exercise reasons.
Conclusions:
- Autistic traits, as measured by AQ, may influence self-perception of executive functioning.
- Objective EF performance is not directly predicted by AQ scores in this population.
- Autistic traits are linked to reduced engagement in physical activity and exercise.
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