Are autistic children actually good in maths?

Individuals on the Autism Spectrum do have the potential to become exceptional mathematicians. It depends on a number of factors. But before that let's be precise about what we are talking about. read more

Well, one of the outward traits of Autism isn't “good at math”, but “hyper-focused on a particular subject matter”. They actually do this mostly as escapism, because their real problem is being far more sensitive to sensation. read more

Though children with autism spectrum disorder often have difficulty with social interaction and communication, they're also much more likely to be savants--to show extraordinary skill in a particular area, like music, art or math. read more

Some children with autism show unique patterns of brain activation while solving math problems, particularly in a brain region normally used for face processing, suggests a study published 15 August in Biological Psychiatry. read more