Autistic Traits Linked To Creative Problem-Solving

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According to a recent British study, people with autism are more likely to think outside the box when compared to those without the disability. The researchers found that subjects with autism gave more unusual answers, when asked to give as many uses in one minute for ordinary objects like a brick or a paperclip. Read more about it at Medical Daily.

Enhancing the Built Environment for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders – Lisa Marchi

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A useful short article by Lisa Marchi of HKS Architects. She summarizes the issues involved in designing built environments for autistic users, gives a list of recommendations, and includes some useful links for further information.