Autistic Empathy and the Double Empathy Problem
The Other Autism
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Understanding Empathy in Autism Research
This chapter explores the intricate and often conflicting definitions of empathy within the context of autism research, revealing significant variations in conceptualizations across the literature. It highlights the challenges in measuring empathy in autistic individuals and critiques the reliance on subjective assessments. Additionally, the chapter addresses historical perceptions of autism related to empathy deficits and the implications these views have on societal understanding of neurodivergence.
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