Episode 543: Internal Architecture—The Cognitive Foundations of Autism

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Today’s episode explores the tension between external observations and internal cognition within the context of autism. The author of the source article, Dr. Jaime Hoerricks, argues that traditional diagnostic standards primarily document visible behavioural patterns rather than the underlying neurological architecture of the individual. By examining the concept of gestalt language processing, Dr. Hoerricks suggests that what clinicians label as social or linguistic deficits are actually reflections of distinct cognitive structures. She posits that modern institutions fail to understand neurodivergence when they treat communication styles as mere behaviours to be corrected. Ultimately, her writing advocates for a shift toward valuing the deeper mental frameworks that define how autistic individuals perceive and interact with the world.Here’s the link to the source article: https://autside.substack.com/publish/post/190541069Let me know what you think.The AutSide is a reader-supported publication. To support my work, consider becoming a paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit autside.substack.com/subscribe

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