Understanding social cognitive deficits in children with autism spectrum disorders: Implications for clinical practice and educational and societal integration

Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) encompasses a range of neurodevelopmental conditions characterized by persistent deficits in social communication and interaction, as well as restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior. One of the key challenges faced by children with ASD is social cognitive deficits, which significantly impact their ability to navigate the complexities of social interactions. These Kids immensely face a huge amount of barriers due to a bunch of inabilities such as difficulties in understanding the second and third person perspective, failure to  pay joint attention, recognising emotional expressions and ineffective executive functional abilities. This article explores an array of social cognitive deficits in children with ASD, delving into the implications for clinical practice, Educational and societal integration. Drawing upon current research and evidence-based interventions, the article aims to provide practical suggestions for clinicians, educators, and policymakers working towards fostering inclusive environments for children with ASD.