Reduced Gaze-Stimulus Synchrony to a Rhythmic Children’s Song in Young Children With Autism: A Recurrence Quantification Analysis Approach

Key Points

• Gaze-stimulus synchrony decreased significantly during the rhythmic song exposure for children with autism.
• The observed decrease highlights a significant difference in behavioral engagement with music for autistic individuals.
• Recurrence quantification analysis was used to assess gaze patterns during the song interaction.
• Findings suggest the need for targeted behavioral interventions to enhance engagement in children with autism.