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Attention, Concentration and Autism

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26 According to the Merriam-Webster online dictionary

‘Attention is the act or state of applying the mind to something’ while ‘Concentration is the act or process of concentrating’ ... i.e. paying attention to a single object

Some people with autism are reported to have higher or lower levels of attention and concentration than other people.

We are currently researching this subject to identify the nature and scope of the issue and to determine which interventions, if any, could be effective in alleviating any problems identified.

If you are aware of any research on, or you have any personal experience of, this issue please email info@researchautism.net Thank you.

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