Enlarged amygdala linked to a distinct social anxiety profile in autistic adults

Enlarged amygdala linked to a distinct social anxiety profile in autistic adults

Autism and social anxiety frequently occur together, but it has been difficult to tell whether this combination simply reflects more severe autistic traits or represents a distinct condition. Recent research published in Translational Psychiatry indicates that autistic adults with social anxiety tend to show more compliant social behaviors and possess larger amygdalas compared to those without social anxiety. The findings suggest that social anx…