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Relationships and attraction among individuals with autism spectrum disorder

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posted on 2010-01-01, 00:00 authored by Belinda Jane Goldsworthy
This research investigated attraction among individuals with autism. We found that those with autism prefer partners who assist them to meet their social and cognitive needs. Partners of those with autism chose to trade-off emotional and social skills for other traits. Lastly, those with autism had lower self-perceived mate value.

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2 v. : ill. ; 30 cm.

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eng

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Thesis (D. Psych (Clinical)) -- Deakin University, Victoria, 2010.

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D. Psych (Clinical)

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Faculty of Health

School

School of Psychology

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    Autism spectrum disorders - Patients - Sexual behaviorAutism spectrum disorders - Social aspectsDating (Social customs)Sexual attractionBullying - Psychological aspects

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