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Bilingualism in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Bilingualism in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Author(s): Georgia Andreou (University of Thessaly, Greece), Pinelopi Christani (University of Thessaly, Greece)and Ariadni Argatzopoulou (University of Thessaly, Greece)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 22
Source title: Optimizing Bilingual Development in Typical and Atypical Children: Language Acquisition, Use, and Interventions
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Dimitra V. Katsarou (University of the Aegean, Greece)and Ifigeneia Dosi (Democritus University of Thrace, Greece)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-1752-6.ch019

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Abstract

In an increasingly multilingual society, numerous families raise their children in a bilingual context. This trend is also evident among children with atypical developmental profiles, such as those diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Historically, clinicians and educators have expressed concerns about whether bilingual exposure exacerbates the existing difficulties in language development and communication in children with ASD. However, recent research has challenged this previously accepted claim, suggesting that bilingualism does not impair language development in children with ASD and may offer cognitive, language, and even social advantages. This chapter explores the intersection of bilingualism and ASD by addressing language development, cognitive outcomes, and practical considerations for families and practitioners.

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