Language and Cognitive Development in Autism Spectrum Disorders
A special issue of Behavioral Sciences (ISSN 2076-328X). This special issue belongs to the section "Developmental Psychology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 152
Special Issue Editors
Interests: autism spectrum disorder; language processing; neurodevelopmental disorders; developmental psychology; neuroscience; minorities; special education; inclusion
Interests: autism; cross-cultural research; discrimination; diversity; ethnic minorities; iInclusion; incorporation; integration; islamophobia; language; religious minorities
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Language and cognitive development in Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) remains a highly relevant and evolving area of research. Individuals with ASDs often exhibit distinct linguistic and cognitive profiles, with variations in speech acquisition, pragmatic language use, executive functioning, and social communication. Understanding these differences is critical for developing effective educational strategies, therapeutic interventions, and support systems that enhance communication skills and cognitive flexibility.
This Special Issue invites contributions that explore the intersection of language and cognition in ASDs across various domains, including early language acquisition, bilingualism, neurocognitive processing, and the role of social and environmental factors. We welcome empirical studies, theoretical reviews, and interdisciplinary approaches that provide insights into how language and cognition interact in autistic individuals across the lifespan.
By bringing together cutting-edge research from diverse perspectives—including psychology, neuroscience, linguistics, and education—this Special Issue aims to advance knowledge on the mechanisms underlying language and cognitive development in ASDs and to inform more inclusive and effective interventions.
Prof. Dr. Sobh Chahboun
Dr. Alexander Gamst Page
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
- language development
- cognitive processing
- executive functioning
- pragmatic language
- bilingualism in autism
- neurocognitive development
- social communication
- early intervention
- inclusion and education
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