Question

According to Baron-Cohen's (e.g., Baron-Cohen, 2009) empathizing-systemizing theory, individuals with autism spectrum disorder are:

a. advantaged in both empathizing and systemizing
b. impaired in both empathizing and systemizing
c. advantaged in empathizing but impaired in systemizing
d. advantaged in systemizing but impaired in empathizing

Answer 1

According to Baron-Cohen's empathizing-systemizing theory, individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are advantaged in systemizing but impaired in empathizing.

Step-by-step explanation:

According to Baron-Cohen's empathizing-systemizing theory, individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are advantaged in systemizing but impaired in empathizing. Systemizing refers to the ability to understand and analyze systems, while empathizing refers to the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. This theory suggests that individuals with ASD excel in tasks that involve systemizing, such as pattern recognition and logical reasoning, but struggle with empathizing, such as recognizing and understanding emotions in others.

ASD is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impaired social interaction and communication abilities.

References:

• Golan, O., & Baron-Cohen, S. (2006). Systemizing empathy: Teaching adults with Asperger syndrome or high-functioning autism to recognize complex emotions using interactive multimedia. Development and Psychopathology, 18, 591-617.