TWiN 51: Sensory processing dysfunction in autism spectrum disorders
This Week in Neuroscience
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Investigating Hypersensitivity to Touch in Autism Spectrum Disorders
The chapter explores experiments using mutant mice to study touch hypersensitivity in autism, using optogenetics to simulate touch experiences without physical contact. It delves into in utero exposure, early detection, gene roles, and the impact of interventions on tactile and social deficits.
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