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Understanding Differences in Neurotypical and Autism Spectrum Special Interests Through Internet Forums

Jordan, Chloe Jennifer, Caldwell-Harris, Catherine L.·2012·Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
DOI 10.1352/1934-9556-50.5.391
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Special interests are frequently developed by individuals with autism spectrum disorder, expressed as an intense focus on specific topics. Neurotypical individuals also develop special interests, often in the form of hobbies. Although past research has focused on special interests held by children with autism spectrum disorder, little is known about their role in adulthood. The current study investigated differences in the content, number, and specificity of the special interests held by adult individuals with autism spectrum disorder and neurotypical individuals, using Internet discussion forums as a data source. Quantitative analysis of forum posts revealed significant differences between the diagnostic groups. Individuals with autism spectrum disorder reported having more interests in systemizing domains, more specific interests, and a greater number of interests overall than neurotypical individuals. Understanding special interests can lead to the development of educational and therapeutic programs that facilitate the acquirement of other important social and communication skills.

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Authors
Jordan, C. J., & Caldwell-Harris, C. L.
Affiliations
  • Boston University (US)
  • Department of Psychology, Boston University
ORCID
Jordan, Chloe Jennifer
Venue
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Publisher
Informa UK Limited
Published
2012-10-01
Volume
50
Issue
5
Pages
391-402
ISSN
  • 1934-9491 (ISSN-L)
  • 1934-9556
DOI
10.1352/1934-9556-50.5.391
OpenAlex
W1995464627
Cited by
101
References
42
Citations by year
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FWCI
3.44
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
Locations
  • Intellectual and developmental disabilities (publishedVersion)
  • PubMed (publishedVersion)
Topics
  • Life Sciences › Neuroscience › Cognitive Neuroscience › Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Psychiatry and Mental health › Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues
  • Social Sciences › Psychology › Experimental and Cognitive Psychology › Psychological and Educational Research Studies
Keywords
autism spectrum disorder, interest groups, neurotypical individuals, autistic adults, hobbies, online forums, diagnostic differences, social and communication skills
MeSH terms
Adolescent, Adult, Aged, Child, Child Development Disorders, Pervasive, Female, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Internet, Asperger Syndrome, Comprehension, Social Networking

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