
34 Monotropism Might Explain Everything with Fergus Murray
AuDHD Flourishing
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Exploring Monotropism and Its Implications on Autism
The chapter delves into the concept of monotropism, focusing on how individuals with autism concentrate their attention more strongly on a smaller number of interests, affecting communication and daily experiences. It highlights the journey of acceptance and understanding of monotropism within the autism community over the years, tracing back to its initial formulation in the late 1980s. The discussion also explores the overlap between ADHD and autism, particularly focusing on the concept of monotropism and its implications on understanding commonalities within families.
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