A social communication deficit common in individuals with autism spectrum disorders.The failure to respond to a gaze or pointing by another person.
A)theory of mind
B)theory of intellectual functioning
C)autistic savant
D)joint attention

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Joint attention refers to the ability to coordinate attention with another person towards a common point of interest, such as following someone's gaze or pointing gesture. Individuals with autism spectrum disorders often have difficulty with joint attention, making it difficult for them to engage in social interactions and understand social cues. The other options (A, B, and C) are not related to this specific deficit.

A Social Communication Deficit Common in Individuals with Autism Spectrum