Study considers social skills of individuals with autism

People with autism may have difficulties with social skills because of differences in the "mirror neuron" system of their brains, new research shows. In people without autism, this area of the brain is stimulated when the individual is watching others, leading the individual to learn new skills. This same area was seen as less active in people with autism, the researchers found, suggesting their ability to mimic others' behavior may be compromised. Disability Scoop (3/6)  http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2012/03/06/study-explain-social-skills/15113/