@Xickin, You probably already have heard of this if you have been doing your own research, but I had a page bookmarked (which has since been moved and I can't find it anymore) that talked about 2 terms related to EI and autism that may help you refine your searches:
1. Ability EI
2. Trait EI. If I remember correctly, this had more to do with what you are describing, it was along the lines of self reflection from the individual.
1. Ability EI
2. Trait EI. If I remember correctly, this had more to do with what you are describing, it was along the lines of self reflection from the individual.