intellectual disability ↔ autism spectrum disorder

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Autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability are both classified as neurodevelopmental disorders [1] and are frequently studied together in the context of therapeutic interventions like Mindfulness-Based Positive Behavior Support {fact:1, fact:3}. Additionally, research often distinguishes between these conditions when assessing cognitive profiles, such as in studies of character strengths in adults [2].

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Neurodiversity in Practice: a Conceptual Model of Autistic Strengths ... link.springer.com Springer 3 facts

referenceKirchner, J., Ruch, W., & Dziobek, I. (2016) investigated character strengths in adults with autism spectrum disorder who do not have intellectual impairment in the article 'Brief report: Character strengths in adults with autism spectrum disorder without intellectual impairment' published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders.

claimSingh, N. N., Lancioni, G. E., Karazsia, B. T., Myers, R. E., Hwang, Y. S., & Anālayo, B. (2019) found that Mindfulness-Based Positive Behavior Support (MBPBS) training is equally beneficial for mothers and their children with autism spectrum disorder or intellectual disabilities.

claimSingh, N. N., Lancioni, G. E., Medvedev, O. N., Hwang, Y. S., Myers, R. E., & Townshend, K. (2020) report that mindfulness can be used to improve the quality of life in caregivers of individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism spectrum disorder.

Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Children: Early Diagnosis and ... alliedacademies.org Molly Sanfilippo · Allied Academies 1 fact

claimNeurodevelopmental disorders include autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), intellectual disabilities, and specific learning disabilities.