Time contingency and social engagement shape interaction choices in autism and neurotypical development.

ABSTRACT: In social interactions, the coordination of biobehavioural rhythms - interpersonal synchrony (IS) - fosters cooperation, enhances prosocial behaviours, and moulds lifelong social attitudes. At the core of synchronous interactions is the ability to detect and respond contingently to communicative signals. Atypicalities in these processes may emerge along diverse developmental trajectories and contribute to socio-communicative difficulties commonly observed in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), where social disconnection is often reported. Our exploratory research simulates interactions to delve into factors influencing IS in ASD and typically developing (TD) peers, examining the impact of time contingency and social engagement on preferences for social partners across the lifespan. Using a tab

SUBMITTER: Carnevali L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12540730 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature