Inside scientists’ quest to map, modulate social circuits in autism
A growing number of studies are revealing circuits that may underlie social challenges in autism — and how to fine-tune them.
A growing number of studies are revealing circuits that may underlie social challenges in autism — and how to fine-tune them.
Eating disorders have the highest mortality rates of any kinds of mental illness. They don’t discriminate, affecting people of all ethnicities, sexualities, gender identities, ages and backgrounds.
The amygdala has long been a focus of autism research. But its exact role in the condition has been unclear.
Brain imaging data reveal sex differences in regions linked to social contact.
Emotion control eludes more girls than boys with autism, according to a new study of young people hospitalized for psychiatric issues.
Autistic people who are hyperactive or have difficulty controlling their own impulses are the most likely to show ongoing self-injury.
Restricted interests and repetitive behaviors constitute one of two criteria that define autism in the diagnostic manual for psychiatry.
Autistic people have long maintained that repetitive behaviors are beneficial. Emerging evidence in support of this idea is shaping new therapies.
Researchers have created an animated monkey avatar that makes realistic facial expressions — and that may yield insight into how autistic people interpret facial expressions.
Although many children with autism want to engage with peers, their emotional difficulties often get in the way of their relationships.