The videos featured a mix of typically developing children and children with ASDs, all of similar age. Forty-four typically developing children watched a series of brief, silent videos. Published in the journal Autism, the study looked at the initial impressions that typically developing children form about other children featured in brief videos. While flat affect is well documented in the field of autism, a recent study conducted at the University of London examined the influence that this poor expressivity can have in terms of forming first impressions. Flat affect refers to a lack of emotional reactivity, meaning any sort of facial animation or expressive gestures are very minimal. Research studies examining expressivity in children with ASDs also find patterns of flat affect and bizarre facial expressivity. Facial expressions are a key form of nonverbal communication, especially in making a positive first impression.Ī common symptom in individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) is the inability to read facial expressions or pick up on subtle social cues, making it difficult to connect with others.
Many researchers have studied nonverbal expressivity, or the human ability to express internal emotions or feelings without using verbal language. First impressions matter: whether you are looking at facial expressions, gestures, or just general appearance, people are quick to form judgments about others.
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