Amygdala subnuclei development in adolescents with autism spectrum disorder: Association with social communication and repetitive behaviors

ConclusionsLarger BLA volumes in adolescents with ASD may reflect underlying alterations in cellular density previously reported in post-mortem studies. Furthermore, findings demonstrate an association between regional growth in amygdala subnuclei volumes and ASD symptomatology. Improved understanding of the developmental trajectories of the amygdala subnuclei may aid in identifying key windows for interventions, particularly for social communication, in adolescents with ASD.

Source: Brain and Behavior - August 1, 2021 Category: Neurology Authors: Diane Seguin, Sara Pac, Jianan Wang, Rob Nicolson, Julio Martinez ‐Trujillo, Emma G. Duerden Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH Source Type: research