Atypical sensory-based behaviors are a ubiquitous feature of autism spectrum disorders
(ASDs). In this article, we review the neural underpinnings of sensory processing in autism …

Abstract “Weak central coherence” refers to the detail-focused processing style proposed to
characterise autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The original suggestion of a core deficit in …

Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are developmental disorders which are thought primarily
to affect social functioning. However, there is now a growing body of evidence that unusual …

We propose an “Enhanced Perceptual Functioning” model encompassing the main
differences between autistic and non-autistic social and non-social perceptual processing …

We argue that hyper-systemizing predisposes individuals to show talent, and review
evidence that hyper-systemizing is part of the cognitive style of people with autism spectrum …

The visual scanpaths of five high-functioning adult autistic males and five adult male controls
were recorded using an infrared corneal reflection technique as they viewed photographs of …

What does an individual with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) perceive first: the forest or the
trees? In spite of 30 years of research and influential theories like the weak central …

Autism is a severe developmental disorder marked by a triad of deficits, including
impairments in reciprocal social interaction, delays in early language and communication …

The quantity and quality of research into autism and related conditions have increased
dramatically in recent years. Consequently we selectively review key accomplishments and …

Three classes of perceptual phenomena have repeatedly been associated with autism
spectrum disorder (ASD): superior processing of fine detail (local structure), either inferior …