Stereotyping And Depression

While a large body of researches shows that there is a strong link between depression and broader autism phenotype, little is known about the variables mediating this relationship. In the light of researches indicating importance of social problem solving as well as lack of research in Iranian culture, this research is aimed at investigation of the mediating role of social problem solving in the relationship between the broader autism phenotype and depression. In line with this, a sample of 240 university students were assessed on the tests including social problem solving inventory, Autism-Spectrum Quotient and Beck’s Depression Inventory. Results show that problem solving is the mediator of the relationship between depression and mediating