APS
2025 APS Annual Convention · 2025
Investigating Gestures and Physical Contact in a Dyadic Social Interaction in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Philip Lai
University of Nebraska, Kearney - Preston Davis
University of Nebraska Kearney - Chloe Souerdyke
University of Nebraska Kearney - Jamie Lintel
University of Nebraska Kearney - Peyton Henry
University of Nebraska Kearney
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.
Autism Spectrum Disorders
