Understanding the Social Interaction and Communication Skills in Autistic Children

Abstract: ASD (autism spectrum disorder) presents with social emotional difficulties for individuals who interpret and successfully communicate social signals. This paper reviews the effect of peer influence on social communication and interaction abilities in the children with autism. The paper reviews the available literature and offers intervention strategies that can better the social interaction status of the children. Research points to the fact that there are gender difference patterns in the social communication skills of ASD children, suggesting therefore the need for gender-sensitivity in their understanding and care. The research supports the need for personalized therapeutic strategies and care services. This allows for progressive social and communication advancements for children with autism spectrum disorder. On the other hand, the study also acknowledges several limitations, so that, proper diagnostic tools along with other approaches such as longitudinal studies should be considered for a better understanding of social interaction in ASD.