This study contradicts popular belief that people with autism are ‘indifferent to pain’
Researchers in Israel have released a new study that reveals that people with autism experience more pain than others.
The study also found that people diagnosed with autism have lower sensory adaptations, contrary to popular belief that they are “indifferent to pain.”
“The findings unequivocally prove that people with autism hurt more. Moreover, their pain control mechanisms are less effective,” according to the study’s press release.
This included 52 adults with high-functioning autism and normal intelligence. The study was led by Dr. Tami Barsharrita from Tel Aviv University’s Sackler School of Medicine, who initiated the study, in collaboration with Dr. Elena Granovsky, from the Technion and Rambam Medical Center, and Prof. Irit Weisman Vogel and Professor. Her Eynat Gal at the University of Haifa. They performed psychophysical tests to assess pain.
“Our study constitutes a comprehensive and detailed study of the intensity of pain experienced by people with autism. There are reports that other professional staff have treated accordingly.” said Dr. Barsharrita.
“The results of our study show that, in most cases, people with autism actually have a higher sensitivity to pain than most people, but at the same time, they can effectively respond to painful stimuli.” We have not been successful in suppressing it,” the scientist explained.
The researchers hope their findings will lead to more “personalized treatment” of people with autism by medical staff, caregivers, and parents.
