No, autistic people are not 'mind blind'—here's why
Medical Xpress
March 2, 2026
For four decades, a controversial idea has shaped how autism is understood by researchers, health care professionals and the public: the claim that autistic people are "mind blind." The phrase suggests an inability to grasp what others think or feel. It is simple, memorable—and wrong.
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Originally published on Medical Xpress on 3/2/2026