SLP 007: Theory of Mind

Download this podcast Subscribe to this podcast via your favourite app Join my newsletter for more awesome information about ASD Many people on the autism spectrum have difficulty with social skills as they are not logical – rules change, games change, people are your friend one day but not the next and children use language and phrases that can be confusing. In addition not being able to predict what people mean and understanding the context of a social situation can make social situations very frustrating. This is called 'Theory of Mind'. Most children can pass a Theory of Mind test by age three, whereas most people with ASD have an impaired Theory of Mind. To read my detailed blog post on this subject please go to https://suelarkey.com.au/theory-of-mind/