This article provides a review of the increasingly detailed imaging literature on the
neurodevelopment of joint attention. Many findings from this literature support and inform the …

To predict and explain the behavior of others, one must understand that their actions are
determined not by reality but by their beliefs about reality. Classically, children come to …

The role of robots in society keeps expanding and diversifying, bringing with it a host of
issues surrounding the relationship between robots and humans. This introduction to human …

It has been strongly argued that atypical cognitive processes in autism spectrum disorder
(ASD) contribute to the expression of behavioural symptoms. Comprehensive investigation …

There is disagreement in the literature about the exact nature of the phenomenon of
empathy. There are emotional, cognitive, and conditioning views, applying in varying …

During social interactions, people's eyes convey a wealth of information about their direction
of attention and their emotional and mental states. This review aims to provide a …

Objective. Early diagnosis of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) is critical but
often delayed until school age. Few studies have identified factors that may delay diagnosis …

We present a developmental model that describes normal peer relations and highlights
processes that underlie the emergence of problems with peers in childhood. We propose …

The quantity and quality of research into autism and related conditions have increased
dramatically in recent years. Consequently we selectively review key accomplishments and …

Joint attention abilities play a crucial role in the development of autism. Impairments in joint
attention are among the earliest signs of the disorder and joint attention skills relate to …