Originally published November 7 2005
Researcher turns to historical theory for fresh approach to autism
by Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, NaturalNews Editor
Stephen Baron-Cohen, a professor of developmental psychopathology at the University of Cambridge, is reconsidering an old theory of the "extreme male brain" as a possible explanation of autism.
The theory of the "extreme male brain" was first mentioned more than 60 years ago, write Simon Baron-Cohen, PhD, and colleagues in Science.
Now, they're exploring that theory in light of brain anatomy.
Still, no one knows exactly what causes autism and related brain disorders.
Baron-Cohen is a professor of developmental psychopathology at the University of Cambridge.
He also directs the university's Autism Research Centre.
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The "extreme male brain" is an exaggeration of the typical male brain, which is stronger at analyzing systems than showing empathy, or so the theory goes.
The researchers write that "leaving political correctness aside, there is compelling evidence" of differences in the brains, mental function, and behavior of men and women.
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