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Adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) show lower IQ scores across multiple domains compared to the general population, though still within normal ranges. Further research is needed to understand cognitive impacts on social and occupational functioning in autistic adults.

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  • Neuropsychology
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Executive Functioning (EF), theory of mind, and central coherence deficits are documented in autistic children and adolescents.
  • A knowledge gap exists regarding the neuropsychological profiles of adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the intellectual functioning and neuropsychological profiles of a clinical adult ASD population.
  • To identify specific cognitive strengths and weaknesses in adults with ASD.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional study of 40 autistic adults referred to an adult developmental disorders clinic.
  • Assessment using the Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale (SBIS), Autism Spectrum Quotient (AQ), Ritvo Autism Asperger Diagnostic Scale-Revised (RAADS-R), and Social Responsiveness Scale (SRS).

Main Results:

  • Autistic adults scored lower on all Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale domains compared to the general population, with mean scores remaining in the normal range.
  • Significant differences were noted in Full Scale IQ, Verbal IQ, Non-Verbal IQ, Fluid Reasoning, Knowledge, Quantitative Reasoning, Visual-Spatial Processing, and Working Memory.
  • Verbal knowledge performance was higher than non-verbal knowledge; no significant correlations were found between IQ scores and ASD symptom severity measures (AQ, RAADS-R, SRS).

Conclusions:

  • Cognitive and executive function significantly impact social and occupational aspects for autistic adults.
  • Further investigation into the neuropsychological profiles of autistic adults is warranted to inform interventions and support.