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An Overview of Social Behavior in Autism

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Social Behavior in Autism

Part of the book series: Current Issues in Autism ((CIAM))

Abstract

Over recent years there have been numerous attempts to quantify social behavior and to distinguish children who are socially skilled from those who are not. Many definitions of social competence exist, and although these vary in sophistication, almost all focus on the importance of reinforcement and reciprocity in the development of relationships (Gottman, Gonso, & Rasmussen, 1977; Greenwood, Walker, Todd, & Hops, 1981; Keller & Corlson, 1974; Mueller, 1972).

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