Autism is a complex, neurodevelopmental disorder that affects the way people interact, communicate, and behave. As such, it is difficult to make broad statements about autistic individuals, as individuals on the autism spectrum may have a wide range of abilities and abilities.
When it comes to memory, some autistic individuals may have exceptional memories, while others may struggle with recalling information. Generally, research has shown that autistic people tend to have good short-term memories, but their long-term memories may be impaired. For example, one study found that autistic people had significantly better scores on a short-term memory task than typically developing people, but their long-term memory was significantly worse.
Furthermore, some research has found that autistic people may struggle with recalling information that is not related to their interests. This could be because they may develop a specialized focus on certain topics, and thus may be more likely to remember information related to those topics. Additionally, autistic people may also have difficulty with recalling information that requires them to make abstract connections or has complex relationships.
Overall, while some autistic individuals may have exceptional memories, there is no one-size-fits-all answer to the question of whether autistic individuals have good memories. The ability to recall information may vary greatly from person to person.