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Mirror neuron dysfunction in autism spectrum disorders.

Tom Perkins1, Mark Stokes, Jane McGillivray

  • 1Department of Psychology, Faculty of Health, Medicine, Nursing and Behavioural Sciences, Deakin University, 221 Burwood Highway, Burwood, Victoria 3125, Australia.

Journal of Clinical Neuroscience : Official Journal of the Neurosurgical Society of Australasia
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Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) may involve dysfunction in the mirror neuron system (MNS). Targeting MNS functions like imitation shows promise for improving social skills and diagnostic clarity in ASD.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Developmental Psychology

Background:

  • Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are characterized by social communication deficits and stereotyped behaviors.
  • A potential neurophysiological link to ASDs is the dysfunction of the parieto-frontal mirror neuron system (MNS).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the role of mirror neurons (MNs) in autism spectrum disorders.
  • To investigate the potential of MNS function as a biomarker and therapeutic target for ASDs.

Main Methods:

  • Review of evidence from functional MRI, transcranial magnetic stimulation, and mu rhythm electroencephalography.
  • Analysis of studies examining MNS activity during social and emotional tasks in individuals with ASD.

Main Results:

  • Evidence suggests MNS dysfunction in individuals with ASD, particularly during socially or emotionally relevant tasks.
  • Deficits in MNS function may underlie core challenges in social interaction, imitation, empathy, and theory of mind in ASD.

Conclusions:

  • Mirror neuron system dysfunction is a potential neurophysiological marker for ASDs.
  • Interventions targeting MNS functions, such as imitation, may improve social functioning and prognosis in ASD.
  • Further research into MNS could enhance diagnostic clarity for autism spectrum disorders.