Challenging Common Assumptions About Autism (video)
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The authors of a provocative new paper maintain that many of the behaviors common to autism -- including low eye contact, repetitive movements, and the verbatim repetition of words and phrases -- are misinterpreted as a lack of interest in social engagement. On the contrary, they say, many people with autism express a deep longing for social connection.
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Nick Gonzales
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