What is Autism and working memory?

Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder diagnosed as impaired social interaction and communication, and by restricted and repetitive behavior. In this article, the word autism is used for referring to the whole range of conditions on the autism spectrum, which is not uncommon.

Working memory is the system that actively holds multiple pieces of transitory information in the mind, where they can be manipulated. This system has a limited capacity. Working memory is a part of the executive functions , an umbrella term for cognitive processes that regulate, control, and manage other cognitive processes, for instance planning and attention.