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An Erp Study Of Sensory-Linguistic Processing In The Context Of Asd Research, Larissa R. Miller
An Erp Study Of Sensory-Linguistic Processing In The Context Of Asd Research, Larissa R. Miller
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This thesis considers the questions of what is hindering the language development of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Tomasello’s (2003) theory of language development by use necessitates adequate pattern recognition, intention reading and use for language development. Within these areas there are many variables where language acquisition could become derailed, from basic attention, perception and memory to higher cognitive functions, as well as processing speed and synchronization. Although there is a wide range of language abilities for children on the autism spectrum, the one consistently under developed area is pragmatics. One of the key aspects of pragmatic processing is …