Assessing the relationship between absolute pitch and autistic traits using a novel continuous slider scale.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Evidence regarding the link between absolute pitch (AP) and autistic traits is currently inconclusive. Previous subclinical measurements of autistic traits using discrete response options may mask subtle variations, contributing to discrepancies between studies. This study employs a novel slider for continuous measurements to reveal AP-related subtle variations along autistic traits that discrete scales might overlook.

Methods

We contrasted autistic traits measured using a novel continuous slider with those measured using a traditional discrete scale in a larger sample (N = 120) than previous similar studies, with musicians and non-musicians stratified into high, medium, and low-AP proficiency groups. Data were collected between July 2023 and April 2024. Participa

SUBMITTER: Hsieh IH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12465246 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature