Gender Nonconformity in Play Linked to ASD and Behavioral Problems

By Neuroscience News, 08/28/24

 

A new study reveals that gender nonconforming play behavior in 7-year-olds is associated with increased behavioral difficulties, including autistic traits in girls and peer relationship issues in boys. Researchers analyzed data from 718 children in Sweden, finding that masculine play in girls and feminine play in boys were linked to these challenges.