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Increased Interest in Letters and Numbers Among Autistic Children
A new study has revealed that autistic children often show a strong interest in letters and numbers, although this inclination is frequently overlooked due to their preference for solitary activities. During diagnostic evaluations, many autistic children naturally gravitate toward magnetic boards with letters and numbers. But just how common is this interest among autistic children? […] Read more
We warmly congratulate Guillaume Dumas, our researcher of the month !
Recently named by The Peak newspaper among the young leaders who will shape health in Canada in 2024, Guillaume Dumas is involved in numerous interdisciplinary projects at the intersection of medicine and societal issues. He promotes open science, develops artificial intelligence strategies, and advocates for cognitive liberty. Guillaume Dumas is an Associate Professor in the […] Read more
Le Projet SCALE : Redéfinir notre Compréhension de l’Autisme grâce à l’Hyperscanning Cérébral
Understanding Autism Beyond Genetics and the Brain: The SCALE Project What happens physiologically, behaviorally, and neurologically during social interactions in autistic individuals compared to neurotypical children? A new project led by Guillaume Dumas, a researcher at CHU Sainte-Justine and a professor at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Montreal, aims to better understand […] Read more