Why might children with ASD provide more inappropriate answers to questions?

Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may provide more inappropriate answers to questions due to their different processing of context. Unlike typically developing peers, children with ASD often struggle to interpret social cues and contextual information, making it challenging for them to understand the nuances of conversations. Their responses might not align with the expectations of the question because they may be focusing on literal meanings or specific details rather than the broader context or implied meaning.

This difficulty in processing context can lead to misunderstandings and responses that seem out of place or inappropriate in the given social situation. By focusing too narrowly on specific terms or ideas, they may miss the overarching themes or intended messages behind questions. This factor contributes significantly to the communication challenges often observed in children with ASD, impacting their ability to engage effectively in social interactions.