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·August 11, 2019·5 min read

Social exclusion fuels extremism in young men

Sacred values and social isolation contribute to extremism in young men.

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·July 23, 2019·4 min read

Scholars weigh in on new ideas about autism

A new study calls into question many existing theories about the association between lack of social connectedness and autism.

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·June 13, 2019·15 min read

The neuroscience of terrorism: How researchers convinced a group of radicals to let them scan their brain

A new neuroimaging study provides an insight into the neurobiology of those willing to commit terrorist acts. Researchers consider the psychological and social factors which also contribute to radicalization, and discuss how inclusive societies could help in the fight against political violence.

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Autism Featured Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·October 23, 2017·5 min read

New Autism Study A “Shocking Wake-Up Call” For Society

People who express certain autistic traits, such as communication and social difficulties, but without a diagnosis of ASD, are at increased risk of suicide, a new study reports.