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  • Neurodevelopmental disorders
  • Cognitive psychology
  • Developmental psychology

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  • Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is often characterized by atypical development of Theory of Mind (ToM).
  • Previous research presents conflicting findings on whether ToM acquisition in ASD follows a deviant developmental trajectory.
  • Specifically, the order of understanding "hidden emotions" versus "false beliefs" remains debated.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate if the order of acquisition of ToM-related concepts differs in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
  • To address inconsistencies in prior research through methodological improvements.
  • To clarify the developmental trajectory of ToM in ASD.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized improved methodologies compared to previous studies to assess ToM concept acquisition in ASD.
  • Examined the developmental order of understanding "hidden emotions" and "false beliefs" in individuals with ASD.

Main Results:

  • The study's findings support a non-deviant developmental trajectory for ToM in individuals with ASD.
  • Individuals with ASD demonstrated a general ability to understand hidden emotions, which was not mastered before false belief attribution.
  • Results challenge previous conclusions of a deviant ToM acquisition order in ASD.

Conclusions:

  • The developmental trajectory of Theory of Mind (ToM) in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is likely non-deviant.
  • Individuals with ASD acquire the understanding of hidden emotions and false beliefs in a similar sequence to neurotypical development.
  • Methodological advancements are crucial for accurately characterizing ToM development in ASD.