When we misread autistic people, it may not be a lack of empathy—it may be a mismatch
Medical Xpress
Research suggests that difficulties in social interactions between neurotypical and autistic individuals often stem from a mutual mismatch in communication styles rather than a deficit in empathy. This finding challenges the common assumption that autistic people lack emotional understanding, highlighting instead the importance of compatible social frameworks for accurate interpretation.
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