Asked by Melanie Golino on Apr 25, 2024

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An impaired theory of mind is most closely associated with

A) infantile amnesia.
B) concrete operational thought.
C) the concept of conservation.
D) autism spectrum disorder.

Theory Of Mind

The skill to identify and attribute one's own and others' mental states, including beliefs, intents, desires, emotions, and understanding, realizing that others possess different beliefs, desires, and intentions.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

A range of neurodevelopmental conditions characterized by difficulties in social interaction, communication, and restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior or interests.

Concrete Operational

A stage of cognitive development in children, as proposed by Piaget, where they are able to think logically about concrete events.

  • Understand the characteristics and impact of autism spectrum disorder on cognitive development.
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Alexander ButlerApr 27, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
An impaired theory of mind, or difficulty understanding others' thoughts, feelings, and perspectives, is a hallmark symptom of autism spectrum disorder.