Pioneer of ‘extreme male brain’ theory of autism now says phrase unhelpful
Professor Simon Baron-Cohen, who developed the 'extreme male brain' theory of autism, now deems the term unhelpful, saying it has led to misunderstandings about empathy in autistic individuals. He announced a £26 million donation to Cambridge University, funding research aimed at improving health outcomes for autistic people, particularly focusing on overlooked physical health issues.
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Published 05 Jul 2026, 14:02 UTC · Updated 05 Jul 2026, 14:30 UTC
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