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'Reporter game' helps regulate sensory-brain activity in autistic youth, MRI study finds
For many autistic children, everyday sensations such as the feel of scratchy fabric or a loud car alarm can be intensely distressing.
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A new MRI study examined how a “Reporter” video game influences brain activity linked to sensory over‑responsivity in autistic children, a condition where everyday sensations like scratchy fabrics or loud alarms cause intense distress. The research highlights the scarcity of evidence‑based treatments for this common symptom that impacts school, family life, and friendships.
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