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April 11, 2026Research in AutismOpen Access

Visual Hyper-reactivity and the ability to disembed visual stimuli

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PHPauline HegnerECEloise CrossmanPSPetroc Sumner

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This research examines the link between visual hyper-reactivity and disembedding performance in adults, suggesting complexities in autism traits.

Key Points

  • This study explores the relationship between visual hyper-reactivity and performance on embedded figures tasks in autistic and non-autistic adults.
  • Analyzed data from 394 adults (197 with self-reported autism, 197 without) using the Leuven Embedded Figures Task online.
  • Measured hyper-reactivity through self-report using the Cardiff Hypersensitivity Scale.
  • Assessed autism traits with the Comprehensive Autistic Trait Inventory (CATI).
  • No significant difference in disembedding performance between autistic and non-autistic individuals.
  • Higher hyper-reactivity correlated with slightly worse disembedding performance (lower accuracy, longer reaction time).
  • Self-regulatory behaviors predicted slightly better disembedding performance, indicating differing influences of autism traits.

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Hegner et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69d9e4d578050d08c1b751e3https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202918
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