Investigating Gestures and Physical Contact in a Dyadic Social Interaction in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Poster Session VI

Keyword: Autism Spectrum Disorders

Abstract: This study examined parent-child interactions, focusing on gestures and physical contact. Results indicated more gestures and contact in ASD pairs than in TD pairs. It’s possible that parents in the ASD group gesture more to capture their child's attention. Future research will explore gesture complexity, enhancing our understanding of communication.

• Philip Lai (Presenting Author)
• Preston Davis (Author)
• Chloe Souerdyke (Author)
• Jamie Lintel (Author)
• Peyton Henry (Author)