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| Journal of Autism and… | 1 |
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| Hammes, J. G. W. | 1 |
| Langdell, Tim | 1 |
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Peer reviewedHammes, J. G. W.; Langdell, Tim – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1981
Two studies investigated the presence of precursors of symbol formation in eight autistic children (nine years old) compared to matched retarded children. Results indicated that autistic Ss could form internal images but appeared to be unable to manipulate them in a purposeful and meaningful manner. (Author/CL)
Descriptors: Autism, Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Imagery
