Some researchers believe the absence of a theory mind, called ________________, is the defining characteristic of Autism Spectrum Disorders ASD.
A) mindblindness.
B) egocentrism.
C) animism.
D) attention.

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Researchers such as Simon Baron-Cohen have proposed that individuals with ASD have difficulty understanding the mental states of others, known as mindreading or theory of mind. This difficulty has been termed "mindblindness", making choice A the best answer.

Some Researchers Believe the Absence of a Theory Mind, Called