Autism research traditionally focused on challenges, but recent studies highlight strengths. Autistic individuals often excel in cognitive tasks due to increased “neural noise,” random fluctuations in brain activity. While high neural noise can pose difficulties, it may enhance performance through stochastic resonance. A study by Pratik Raul and colleagues examined letter-detection tasks in individuals with varying autistic traits. Results suggested that high neural noise benefited performance, challenging conventional views. Understanding the strengths of the autistic brain can combat stigma and promote acceptance, emphasizing that autism is a difference, not a deficit.
Unveiling the Strengths of the Autistic Brain: The Role of Neural Noise
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