TWiN 51: Sensory processing dysfunction in autism spectrum disorders
This Week in Neuroscience
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Sensory Processing Dysfunction in Autism Spectrum Disorders
The chapter delves into touch processing alterations in genetic mouse models of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), comparing research findings to previous episodes on neurodevelopmental disorders. It discusses the complexity of ASD, the challenges in modeling symptoms in mice, the impact of sensory deficits on cognitive challenges and social interactions in individuals with ASD, and shares personal experiences of sensory sensitivity from one of the speakers.
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