Researchers Discover Brain Activity Related To Autism

Jerusalem: A team of Israeli researchers have exposed the brain mechanisms involved in recognising the emotional states of others, with potential implications for treating social disorders such as autism.

Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterised by persistent deficits in social communi-cation and social interaction. People with the condition often have restricted interests and repeti-tive behaviour.

The study, published in Current Biology, highlighted the role of the brain's medial prefrontal cor-tex (mPFC) in emotional recognition and behavior, Xinhua news agency reported. Recognising emotions is crucial for empathy, allowing people to relate and respond appropriately to others.