AutismFeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·September 20, 2016·3 min readVirtual Reality Training Improves Social Skills in People With AutismChildren with ASD demonstrated improved social cognition skills and reported better real world relationships following virtual reality training.Read More
AutismFeaturedPsychology·February 1, 2016·3 min readConversational Skills Improved in People With Autism by Blood Pressure MedicationResearchers report a drug commonly used to treat high blood pressure may have the potential to improve some social functions in people with autism.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·November 12, 2015·4 min readToddlers With Poor Language Skills Fall Behind in PlayResearchers report two year old children with poor language skills fare worse that their peers at play and often fall behind socially.Read More
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FeaturedPsychology·July 27, 2015·3 min readMom’s Choice of Language Has Strong Effect on Infant’s Social SkillsA new study reports the specific language a parent uses to communicate with their baby can help the child to empathize and understand the thoughts of others when they get older.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience VideosPsychology·July 27, 2015·4 min readSocial Skills Linked to Second Language Learning in InfantsA new study reports early social behavior is linked to a baby's ability to learn new language sounds.Read More
AutismFeaturedNeuroscience VideosPsychology·December 30, 2014·3 min readChildren with Autism Who Live With Pets Are More AssertiveAutistic children who live with and interact with pets have stronger social skills than those who don't, a new study reports.Read More
AutismFeatured·October 17, 2013·2 min readVideo Could Transform How Schools Serve Teens With AutismResearchers find video-based teaching can help autistic teens learn and use important social skills.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 1, 2013·3 min readChildren With Delayed Motor Skills Struggle More SociallyA new study suggests a corresponding lack of motor skills may contribute to social awkwardness.Read More
