Exploring the Digital Classroom: How Neurodiverse Youth Navigate Online Learning

— Introduction: The Digital Dive into Education Imagine sitting in a classroom where the teacher appears merely as a moving square on your computer screen, and your classmates exist as disembodied voices or pixelated faces in small windows. This was the reality for millions during the COVID-19 pandemic when classrooms around the world transitioned to […]

Bridging the Gap: Exploring the Role of Video Calls in the Lives of Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Introduction: A Window into New Connections In our fast-paced, digital world, where communication has rapidly evolved from face-to-face conversations to texts, emails, and video calls, there’s increasing interest in how these shifts influence our social interactions and psychological well-being. For individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), who often experience challenges with social communication and sensory […]

Migration is associated with baseline severity and progress over time in autism spectrum disorder: Evidence from a French prospective longitudinal study

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Decoding Schizophrenia: Understanding Mind, Communication, and Cognition Through Machine Learning

Introduction When we think of schizophrenia, we often imagine a chaotic world where reality blurs and communication seems impossible. But what if we could peek into the complexities of the mind by untangling this web through cutting-edge technology? That’s exactly what the research paper titled “Pragmatics, Theory of Mind and executive functions in schizophrenia: Disentangling […]

Unlocking Emotional Development: A Groundbreaking Approach to Understanding Our Minds

— Introduction: Unveiling the Inner Workings of Our Emotional Brain Have you ever wondered why some people seem to handle emotions like a fine-tuned orchestra, while others struggle to hit the right notes? Recent research suggests there might be a scientific basis for this variability. A captivating [research paper](https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0215474) titled “How is your mind-set? Proof […]

Unraveling the Dance of Social Interaction: Insights into the Embodied Competence of Children with Autism

Introduction When you talk to someone, there’s more happening than just the exchange of words. Your hands might gesture, your head might nod, and your body might subconsciously sway in rhythm with the conversation. These subtle dances of the body often go unnoticed, yet they are integral to how we connect with others. For children […]

Eyes That Tell Too Much: Understanding How People with Autism Experience Eye Contact

Introduction Imagine navigating a world where something as simple as eye contact feels as daunting as crossing a tightrope between buildings. For many adults and teens with self-declared Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), eye contact isn’t just a fleeting social gesture; it’s a complex, often overwhelming experience that can dictate the ebb and flow of their […]