What does autism say? Philosophy of language perspective based on ideas of Ludwig Wittgenstein and John Searle Cover Image

Co mówi autyzm? Spojrzenie filozofii języka w oparciu o myśl Ludwiga Wittgensteina i Johna Searle’a
What does autism say? Philosophy of language perspective based on ideas of Ludwig Wittgenstein and John Searle

Author(s): Mateusz Karaś
Subject(s): Language and Literature Studies
Published by: Fundacja Pro Scientia Publica
Keywords: autism; language; philosophy of language; Ludwig Wittgenstein; John Searle; beetle in the box; Chinese room; communication

Summary/Abstract: The aim of this paper is to refer some ideas of philosophy of language to autism. People with autism are one of such examples that can show us differences in perceiving and using language by individuals which can give us a broader perspective on language itself. This paper is mainly based on two mental experiments brought by Ludwig Wittgenstein - “beetle in the box” and John Searle - “Chinese room”, to show that we can understand language and autism in different way.

  • Issue Year: 2014
  • Issue No: 4
  • Page Range: 54-61
  • Page Count: 8
  • Language: Polish