New Study Shows Decreased Aggressive Behavior Toward Strangers in Autism Spectrum Disorder Model

Wednesday, February 25, 2015 - 15:30 in Psychology & Sociology

Much speculation has occurred in the media over possible heightened aggression in those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. A study by scientists from The Scripps Research Institute found no evidence of increased aggressive behavior toward strangers in an animal model of the condition.

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