Autism Word-Learning study reveals how kids pick up language by eavesdropping

NCT ID NCT05192109

First seen Apr 04, 2026 · Last updated Jun 10, 2026 · Updated 12 times

Summary

This study looked at whether children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can learn the meanings of new words by overhearing conversations, compared to typically developing children. Researchers used eye-tracking to see if kids looked at the correct object when hearing a new word. The goal is to better understand how children with ASD learn language in everyday situations.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Emerson College

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02116, United States

  • New York University

    New York, New York, 10012, United States

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