COGNITIVE REFLECTIVE THERAPY: DEVELOPING SELF-AWARENESS AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS IN AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

Аннотация

Cognitive Reflective Therapy is an emerging psychological approach aimed at enhancing self-awareness, emotional insight, and interpersonal communication, particularly in individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Autism is often associated with challenges in self-reflection, theory of mind, and pragmatic language skills. This article explores how cognitive reflective techniques—rooted in cognitive-behavioral theory, mindfulness, and metacognitive training—can be adapted to support individuals with autism. Emphasizing the importance of guided self-exploration and structured reflection, the paper outlines therapeutic strategies and recent evidence on their effectiveness in improving emotional understanding and communicative competence.