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Sensory networks overconnected early in autism

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Sensory networks overconnected early in autism Spectrum Toddlers with autism have unusually strong connections between sensory areas of the brain, according to a new study. The stronger the connections, the more pronounced a child's autism traits tend to be. Overconnectivity in sensory areas may get in the way of an autistic child's brain development, says lead investigator Inna Fishman, associate research professor at San Diego State University in California. "Their brain is busy with things it shouldn't be busy with." READ MORE

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