Social Communication Research Articles

14-YEAR-OLD MALE WITH SELECTIVE MUTISM – CASE REPORT

Selective mutism is a rare anxiety disorder characterized by an individual's persistent inability to speak in particular social environments, such as at school or in public places, while being able to communicate effectively and comfortably in other environments, like at home or with close family and friends. 1 Selective mutism commonly manifests during early childhood, affecting approximately 0.2% to 0.8% of children, with a higher prevalence observed in preschool environments.2 This disorder can profoundly disrupt a child's developmental trajectory, potentially leading to significant social and academic impairments if not addressed promptly.3. T his case report explores the developmental and communication challenges faced by a 14-year-old teenage boy presenting with significant delays in social communication skills. Referred to a developmental facility due to concerns about his social interaction and communication abilities. Patient’s symptoms and behaviors align with a diagnosis of Selective Mutism as defined by the DSM-V criteria This study provides a detailed account of how parents facing difficulty in obtaining an accurate diagnosis, which ultimately impacts the appropriate management and treatment. Limitations in speaking in public are often interpreted as part of a child's shy and quiet personality. As a result, this can lead to delays in diagnosis and eventually affect his language skills. Good awareness from parents and professionals is needed for early detection. As a professional, the ability to make an accurate diagnosis is essential to provide appropriate interventions for better prognosis and prevent further complications.

Social media brand engagement and perceived risk in purchase: a conceptual framework

Objective of the study: This research paper aims to develop a conceptual framework based on an extensive literature review in the area of social media communication (SMC) consisting of Firm Generated Content (FGC) and User Generated Content (UGC) to unearth their influences on social media brand engagement (SMBE) and customer-based brand equity (CBBE). The role played by perceived risk is also highlighted. Methodology/approach: This study has critically evaluated the literature to propose the conceptual framework using 101 research articles from 1974 to 2023 that directly or indirectly comprised at least one of the constructs. Main results: This literature review found contradictory results regarding which source is more credible on social media, the firm or the user. This empirical gap is firstly deliberated. Secondly, the disparity on whether engagement drives equity or equity drives engagement on social media led to the conceptual gap. The conceptual model is formulated based on this debate. Theoretical/methodological contributions: While the independent constructs are drawn from the elaboration likelihood model and source credibility theory, the mediating role of SMBE is posited based on the social identity theory. Relevance/originality: In the context of social media, this conceptual model highlights the mediating effect of brand engagement and the moderating effect of perceived risk between social media communication and CBBE. The influence of mediation and moderation could explain the path to CBBE more explicitly.

Spontaneous theory of mind in autism: are anticipatory gaze and reaction time biases consistent?

BackgroundIndividuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) exhibit persistent deficits in social interaction and communication in adulthood. Pioneering studies have suggested that these difficulties arise from a lack of immediate, spontaneous mentalizing (i.e., theory of mind: ToM), specifically, an ability to attribute false beliefs to others, which should be usually acquired during neurotypical development. However, this view has been challenged by recent reports of nonreplications of spontaneous mentalizing, even in neurotypical adults.ObjectivesWe aimed to evaluate (1) whether measurements of spontaneous ToM in two representative paradigms, gaze bias in the anticipatory looking (AL) test and reaction time bias in the object detection (OD) test, are correlated in neurotypical adults and (2) whether these two measurements are altered in individuals with ASD.MethodsWe developed a novel hybridized spontaneous false belief test combining the AL and OD paradigms to enable within-subject comparison of different spontaneous ToM measurements.ResultsThe results obtained with our hybridized test replicated the earlier positive evidence for spontaneous ToM in both AL and OD paradigms. Our results also revealed a correlation between the participants’ spontaneous gaze bias in the AL paradigm and reaction time bias in the OD paradigm, indicating that the participants who had spontaneously anticipated other’s false belief driven actions more quickly detected the object. We further found that spontaneous gaze and reaction time biases were altered in individuals with ASD. Finally, we ascertained those inclusions of these biases as diagnostic variables in a regression model improved the accuracy of diagnosing ASD. ASD diagnosis was best predicted by the model when variables obtained from both AL and OD methods were included in the model.Conclusions/implicationsOur hybridized paradigm not only replicated spontaneous gaze bias in early AL studies and reaction time bias in the OD paradigms, but indicated significant correlation between them, suggesting that different implicit tasks tap the same spontaneous ToM in neurotypical adults. Group differences of these indices between ASD and neurotypical adult groups indicated that our task could help diagnose ASD, which is essential for evaluating the social difficulties that individuals with ASD face in adulthood.

Parental Views and Experiences on the Instruction of Safety Skills to Children with ASD

Introduction: The problems in social interaction and communication, limited interest, and repetitive behavior observed in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) increase the vulnerability of these children to security risks. Research demonstrated that children with ASD are more vulnerable to security risks when compared to children with typical development. The present study aimed to determine the views and experiences of parents of children with ASD on safety skills and instruction of these skills. Method: The study was designed with the descriptive model. Participants were assigned with the criterion sampling, maximum variation sampling, and convenience sampling methods. The study data were collected from 43 parents in semi-structured interviews and analyzed with the descriptive approach. Findings: More than half of the participants described safety skills as learning the skills that would protect the child, and they previously experienced situations that threatened the safety of their children, and they had taken precautions to ensure the safety of their children by reducing the exposure of their children to dangerous situations or increasing surveillance. A significant number of the participants stated that safety skills could be instructed, while nearly half stated that the children were not instructed safety skills at school. Most participants stated that they had experience in the instruction of safety skills, they usually instructed these verbally or by warning their children, albeit the instruction was challenging. Discussion: It was observed that parents' knowledge, teaching experience, and views on the definition and scope of safety skills were limited. The study findings were generally consistent with the findings reported in the literature. Conclusion: The findings demonstrated that parents did not prioritize the instruction of safety skills and did not assist their children in safe responses and self-protection. The awareness, knowledge, and teaching skills of parents of children with ASD should be improved in terms of safety skills.

Assessing the Expressive Communication of Young Children With Cerebral Visual Impairment and Additional Disabilities

The expressive communication of 15 young Brazilian children with cerebral visual impairments and developmental disabilities including cerebral palsy was examined using the Portuguese parent version of the Communication Matrix. Results indicate that these children demonstrated pre-intentional, intentional, unconventional, and conventional communication behaviors to express refusal, requests, and social communication functions.

The Receipt of Venting at Work: A Multi‐Study Investigation of Affective and Behavioral Reactions for Venting Recipients

ABSTRACTAs a form of social communication at work, venting—expressing negative feelings about a person or event to others—is fairly ubiquitous. Yet little is known about how those who are the recipients of venting react affectively and behaviorally to this experience at work. To advance our understanding of venting receipt in the workplace, we integrate the archaic view of vicarious emotions into research related to venting at work to develop theory regarding how receiving venting is likely to evoke feelings of personal distress and empathy as employees react to and process this social information. In turn, we theorize that while personal distress leads to venting enactment, empathy leads to helping that can promote more positive social relations, highlighting the double‐edged nature of this phenomenon. Finally, beyond clarifying the theoretical ways that venting recipients react, we also consider how the broader social context—namely, coworker similarity—has the potential to shape these reactions. Across two within‐person field studies, both of which utilize a newly developed measure of venting receipt at work, and a supplemental recall experiment, our research highlights why and when venting at work can have divergent effects on venting recipients.

Executive function among adults with autism spectrum disorder: An eye-tracking study.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by social communication deficits and repetitive behaviors. Eye movement abnormalities are common in ASD, suggesting underlying cognitive impairments such as working memory and response inhibition. However, several investigations suggest deficits in inhibitory control and working memory among individuals with ASD, whereas others indicate performance levels similar to typically developing individuals. The variability observed in executive function (EF) profiles across various tasks and age cohorts underscores the intricate interplay between ASD and cognitive functioning. Therefore, to bridge these gaps and gain a comprehensive understanding of the specific components of EF affected by ASD, this study used eye-tracking technology to analyze cognitive processing. In the working memory task, the clinical group comprised adults with ASD (N = 52), aged between 25 and 47 years (M = 31.65 years, SD = 6.05), while the control group (non-ASD) included individuals (N = 53), aged between 25 and 55 years (M = 33.15 years, SD = 5.92). For the response inhibition task, the clinical group consisted of adults with ASD (N = 50), aged between 25 and 47 years (M = 31.66 years, SD = 6.153), and the control group comprising individuals (N = 56), aged between 25 and 55 years (M = 33.03 years, SD = 5.80). The study revealed that individuals with ASD demonstrate notable impairments and increased errors in EF, encompassing inhibitory control and working memory when compared to non-ASD individuals. Additionally, individuals with ASD exhibited differences in fixation duration, saccade count, and fixation count compared to their non-ASD counterparts, further highlighting the distinct cognitive profile associated with ASD. Analyzing EF in adults with ASD through eye movement patterns provides valuable insights into the underlying cognitive processes and attentional mechanisms at play.

Brain computer interface for diagnosis of ASD

ASD, or Autism Spectrum Disorder, is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that significantly impacts an individual's social communication abilities and overall communication skills. Traditional diagnostic methods for ASD face several challenges, including a high degree of subjectivity and difficulties in early identification, which can delay crucial interventions. In this context, Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) technology emerges as a promising solution. BCI technology offers the capability to provide real-time and objective data on neural activity by directly interpreting brain signals. The paper begins by detailing the clinical characteristics of ASD, highlighting the diverse range of symptoms and behaviors that can manifest in affected individuals. It also discusses the limitations of current diagnostic methods, emphasizing the need for more objective tools. Following this, the fundamental principles and classifications of BCI technology are explained in depth, outlining how it works and the various types of BCIs available. Specific application cases of BCI technology in the diagnosis of ASD are presented, illustrating its practical utility in clinical settings. In conclusion, the paper summarizes the key points discussed and anticipates future developments in the field.

Unveiling autism spectrum disorder in South East Asia through a public health Lens

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a multifaceted developmental condition characterized by persistent challenges in social communication, restricted interests, and repetitive behaviors. Though there is no cure, early and intensive interventions can significantly improve the quality of life for those affected. The aim of this paper is to examine the complexities of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) from a public health perspective in South East Asian region, highlighting the global rise in prevalence and the compounded challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The rise in ASD prevalence from 4 to 5 cases per 10,000 children in the 1980s to 11.3 per 1,000 children in 2012 highlights the need for effective interventions. The pandemic exacerbated behavioral issues, anxiety, and screen time-related health problems, underscoring the importance of adjusting strategies for early identification and support. Diagnostic tools like the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (M-CHAT) and the Social Communication Questionnaire (SCQ) play a critical role in community-based screening. Effective prevention strategies include primary measures such as public awareness campaigns and genetic counseling, secondary measures focusing on early identification and intervention, and tertiary measures involving ongoing support and therapy. Addressing implementation challenges, particularly in low-income countries, requires enhanced public awareness, training of community health workers, and integration of ASD services into primary healthcare systems. Future research should aim to develop and evaluate scalable, culturally relevant interventions and explore the impact of environmental factors on ASD. Comprehensive strategies at the community level, combined with robust public health policies, are crucial for improving outcomes for individuals with ASD and their families.

The Role of Social Media in Enhancing Communication among Individuals: Prospects and Problems

This study is a discussion about the role that social media plays in enhancing communication among individuals, highlighting its prospects and related challenges. This research examines the impact of social media on improving communication among individuals and its prospects and challenges. This study had taken an integrated approach of secondary data analysis methodology through an extensive systematic review of the existing literature, along with the Canadian Research Data Collection (CREDC) national web-survey, to collect the attitudinal and behavioral insight of social media users on different platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn considering theoretical frameworks like Social Presence Theory and Media Richness Theory. Further, this conceptual review used PRISMA guidelines to examine how social media improves communication. Eligibility and exclusion criteria ensured peer-reviewed article selection and credibility. Study reveals that social media platforms significantly enhance interpersonal communication by fostering increased interconnectedness, more accessible information, and community formation. Notably, while these digital environments have considerable benefits, such as the facilitation of learning and support networks, they are also fraught with challenges, including misinformation, privacy concerns, and potential adverse effects on mental health. These findings therefore have dual approaches to reaping the benefits of social media in communication: the promotion of user education to reduce misinformation and building up digital literacy, while there is also a need to consider regulations that will protect against violation of privacy and cyberbullying. It is at this point that stakeholders will, arguably, have fewer difficulties in making use of social media to continue developing active citizenship and rich interpersonal relationships. Future research is encouraged to further explore the implications of emerging technologies on social media communication practices.

The Impact of Social Media Usage Among Teenagers on the Indonesian Language in The Digital Era

Social media, with its advantages and disadvantages, has had a significant impact on the use of the Indonesian language, particularly among teenagers. Social media has shaped and transformed the way society communicates in Indonesian in daily life. The method used to analyze this issue is qualitative descriptive. Data collection techniques include screenshots to capture language usage phenomena on social media platforms such as WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter (X), along with note-taking and documentation techniques. The research findings show that teenagers on social media employ linguistic aspects such as code-mixing, the use of informal language, phonetic reduplication and spelling variations, the use of acronyms and abbreviations, as well as emotional markers and symbols. The impact of social media on the Indonesian language includes vocabulary enrichment, degradation of language structure, maintenance of social and group identities, shifts in communication styles, and influences on the sustainability of standard language. Efforts to preserve the Indonesian language can be made through the government's role in drafting policies and regulations that support language preservation in the digital era, educational institutions by adjusting the Indonesian language curriculum to the times, active societal campaigns promoting proper Indonesian usage on social media, and individual awareness and responsibility for using correct Indonesian in social media communication.

In vitro hair growth-promoting effects of araliadiol via the p38/PPAR-γ signaling pathway in human hair follicle stem cells and dermal papilla cells

BackgroundScalp hair plays a crucial role in social communication by expressing personal appearance and self-identity. Consequently, hair loss often leads to a perception of unattractiveness, negatively impacting an individual’s life and mental health. Currently, the use of Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved drugs for hair loss is associated with several side effects, highlighting the need for identifying new drug candidates, such as plant-derived phytochemicals, to overcome these issues.ObjectiveThis study investigated the hair growth-promoting effects of araliadiol, a polyacetylene compound found in plants such as Centella asiatica.MethodsWe employed an in vitro model comprising human hair follicle stem cells (HHFSCs) and human dermal papilla cells (HDPCs) to evaluate the hair growth-promoting effects of araliadiol. The proliferation-stimulating effects of araliadiol were assessed using water-soluble tetrazolium salt assay, adenosine triphosphate content assay, and crystal violet staining assay. In addition, we performed luciferase reporter assay, polymerase chain reaction analysis, cell fractionation, Western blot analysis, and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) to elucidate the mechanism underlying the hair growth-inductive effects of araliadiol.ResultsAraliadiol exhibited both proliferation- and hair growth-promoting effects in HHFSCs and HDPCs. Specifically, it increased the protein expression of cyclin B1 and Ki67. In HHFSCs, it elevated the expression of hair growth-promoting factors, including CD34, vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), and angiopoietin-like 4. Similarly, araliadiol increased the expression of hair growth-inductive proteins such as fibroblast growth factor 7, VEGF, noggin, and insulin-like growth factor 1 in HDPCs. Subsequent Western blot analysis and ELISA using inhibitors such as GW9662 and SB202190 confirmed that these hair growth-promoting effects were dependent on the p38/PPAR-γ signaling in both HHFSCs and HDPCs.ConclusionAraliadiol promotes hair growth through the p38/PPAR-γ signaling pathway in human hair follicle cells. Therefore, araliadiol can be considered a novel drug candidate for the treatment of alopecia.

The Brief Observation of Symptoms of Autism: Validation study in a Latin American sample.

Autism spectrum disorder is a complex condition associated with significant impairments in social communication and behavioral functioning. Diagnosis is dependent on clinician expertise, gathering of developmental history, and observation of specific behaviors. The suggested protocols include tools rendered invalid during the pandemic, which created significant barriers for diagnostic assessments. Furthermore, there are additional barriers in low-income countries in access to screening tools and standardized diagnostic tests for autism spectrum disorders that were only exacerbated during COVID-19. The Brief Observation of Symptoms of Autism instrument was developed to improve access to diagnostic assessment via telehealth during this time. The current study sought to validate the use of the Brief Observation of Symptoms of Autism within two Latin American countries. A sample of 313 children and adults from Argentina and Chile were examined. Results showed valid sensitivity and specificity scores with good fit across modules using two factors (i.e. Social Affect and Restricted, Repetitive Behaviors). Preliminary results of the current study demonstrated that the Brief Observation of Symptoms of Autism is a valid instrument for Latin American population and shows promise to be used beyond the pandemic to ease the diagnostic process. This is a collaborative work with BRINCAR Parent Association, who defined the need in our country to run the validation of Brief Observation of Symptoms of Autism and gave us support as the stakeholders at Lancet Commission.

"When you've been living in darkness, the light suddenly becomes frightening" - prisoners' experiences of health promotion in a Norwegian prison.

A settings-based approach to health promotion emphasizes everyday environments in shaping health. Prisons are, therefore, potentially important arenas for health promotion. However, the inherent restriction of prisoner agency presents a fundamental challenge in this regard. There is a gap in qualitative research on prisoners' perspectives on health-related topics and a need for greater understanding of health promotion within prisons. This study aims to explore male prisoners' experiences of a Norwegian low-security prison as a setting for health promotion. This study was conducted in Forest Prison, a Norwegian low-security facility for 125 male prisoners. The prison offers various amenities and activities to prepare inmates for reintegration into society. The research used semi-structured interviews with 20 diverse prisoners. Interviews were transcribed and analyzed using Gale et al.'s framework method. This study revealed varied prisoner perspectives on Forest Prison as a setting for health promotion. In prisoners' talk, the importance of agency was evident. Restricted agency triggered negative emotions and distrust, while extended agency fostered trust and wellbeing. Although Forest Prison provides a considerable degree of agency, some prisoners did not fully benefit from this agentic context because of disparities in resources. Initiatives across three areas of action will strengthen Forest Prison as a setting for health promotion: extending agency, empowering prisoners and developing a prison culture with positive social relationships, effective communication and information flow. The findings of this study provide theoretical insights beyond the specific context, which can serve as a basis for developing prisons as health promoting settings.

Phatic emoji of Javanese netizens in social media: a cyberpragmatics perspective on a creative communicative strategy

The massive shift of communication culture from direct to virtual channels due to the COVID-19 pandemic affected virtual politeness performance. The limitation of physical expression in digital platforms encourages emojis to replace gestures, mimics, and other expressions. This study aims to describe the types of speech acts and the function of the emojis along with the performance of politeness strategies in the WhatsApp group of Javanese netizens. Understanding politeness performance through the use of speech acts and emojis in virtual communication provides insights into how universal emojis are specifically used in a particular culture and shows the creativity of emoji use in phatic communication. The virtual textual data were taken from five WhatsApp group’s with 174 Javanese members by observation method. The emoji that occurred in the conversational texts were classified based on the types of speech acts and their functions. The analysis was conducted within the cyberpragmatics framework. The findings showed that emojis were used in assertive speech acts, directive speech acts, expressive speech acts, and phatic speech acts. The functions were to emphasize meaning, clarify meaning, direct certain actions, express feelings, and establish social rapport. The research contributes to the development of cyberpragmatics as the current approach in pragmatics study. Moreover, the findings depicted the current phenomenon of social media communication on a cultural basis.

How hidden is hidden hearing loss? Self-reported listening problems in charcot Marie tooth disease

IntroductionLaboratory studies have revealed hidden hearing loss in patients with Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease, the most prevalent inherited neuropathy, which may impact their quality of life. The current study distinguished between CMT type 1, which involves demyelination of the peripheral nerves, and type 2, which concerns dysfunction of peripheral nerves due to axonopathy. The self-reported effects were investigated of CMT1 and CMT2 on listening problems and related social and attentional problems in everyday communicative situations. MethodsData were collected from 42 CMT1 patients, 30 CMT2 patients, and 72 matched controls (selected from 135 control-group participants), who completed questionnaires concerning listening in everyday and noisy situations, social problems due to hearing difficulties, and problems regarding auditory sustained attention. ResultsCMT2 patients seemed to suggest only minor listening difficulties. No effects were found for social and attentional problems. In addition, CMT1 patients were found to be associated with more overall listening difficulties in everyday situations, compared to controls. CMT1 patients reported substantial listening difficulties, particularly in noisy and reverberant environments. These problems might be caused by underlying binaural hearing problems combined with reduced processing of temporal and acoustic information, as suggested in the literature. These listening difficulties were associated with social problems, such as social insecurity or even social avoidance, and problems regarding auditory sustained attention. ConclusionsThese findings strongly suggest that CMT1 impacts quality of life concerning social communication. The findings presented in this study will benefit diagnosis and treatment of hearing difficulties and related problems in CMT1 patients.

Social Dynamics and Language Learning: Do Extroverts Excel in L2 Acquisition? An Analysis through the Lens of Interactionism Theory

The objective of this study is to explore the relationship between social dynamics and second language acquisition, with a specific emphasis on whether extroverts surpass in learning English as a second language more efficiently and effectively than introverts. Moreover, the research is grounded in the Interactionism theory by Lev Vygotsky (1962) which states that language development is hugely determined by social and cultural communication and interaction. So, this study examines whether the personality traits such as being extrovert affect learner’s engagement to learn language more efficiently by socially interacting with other people or not. For this purpose, students of the BS English department of Army Burn Hall College for Girls, Abbottabad were selected as the participants to share their views through a mixed-method approach. A structured questionnaire was designed to gather insights from the students. Results for the close-ended questions have been shown through graphs whereas thematic analysis has been done for open-ended questions. The findings revealed that though ESL learners face many challenges during social meet-ups they still learn vocabulary, pronunciation, confidence, fluency, etc.

Facing Change and Uncertainty: Lessons Learned from Autistic Children and their Families During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

The COVID-19 pandemic presented a great challenge for individuals around the globe, and particularly for vulnerable populations such as autistic children. This qualitative study explored the experience of autistic children (both verbal and minimally verbal) and their families during the pandemic in August-October 2020 through the lens of 18 parents recruited from an opportunistic follow-up of a randomized controlled trial. Findings revealed that the pandemic was detrimental to the mental health of most parents. School closures, disrupted routines and concerns of the virus were believed by parents to be particularly responsible for increased in their child's behaviour that challenges and anxiety, resulting in changes in acquired skills and development of tics for some. However, other parents reported that increased one-to-one interaction with their child improved their social interaction and communication. Additionally, families felt more able to cope with the situation when supported by their partner, support services and schools. The findings highlight the challenges and benefits experienced by families with an autistic child during the pandemic. They provide valuable insights into potential areas that warrant attention when preparing for future emergencies. Enhancing our ability to respond to the needs of autistic children and their families, and establishing policies that can support their well-being should be prioritised to effectively address future challenges.

Strategi Komunikasi Media Sosial Instagram @Hondatrenalamsutra dalam Meningkatkan Penjualan Produk

This study aims to analyze the social media communication strategy implemented by Honda Tren Alam Sutra through the Instagram account @HondaTrenAlamSutra to enhance brand awareness and product sales. A descriptive qualitative method was used to understand the approach and effective implementation of communication strategies. The results of the study indicate that accurate audience identification, the use of engaging visual content, and the utilization of Instagram features such as Stories, Feeds and Reels successfully increased brand awareness and follower engagement. Promotional content such as discounts, sales bonuses, and product education proved effective in capturing follower attention. The marketing team utilized Instagram Insights to measure content performance based on demographic data and engagement metrics, while also adapting strategies based on follower feedback and industry trends. Through data-driven communication strategies and continuous evaluation, @HondaTrenAlamSutra successfully retained followers and attracted new audiences, thereby increasing conversions into sales. This research provides valuable insights for other companies seeking to optimize their social media communication strategies on Instagram.

Development and Validation of the Japanese Version of the Comprehensive Autism Trait Inventory in University Students

Abstract: Introduction: The Comprehensive Autism Trait Inventory (CATI) comprises six subscales, including “social camouflage” and “sensory sensitivity,” developed to address the limitations of comprehensive evaluation (English et al., 2021). In this study, we report the development of the Japanese version of the CATI (CATI-j) for university students and validate its reliability and validity. Methods: All 43 items of the original CATI were translated into Japanese using a cognitive interview ( N = 12) and back-translation method. The data from 509 participants were used to examine the item characteristics, the gender differences, and the factor structure. Results: Using samples of Japanese university students ( N = 509), we found good reliability and validity for the CATI-j. Confirmatory factor analysis revealed that a bifactor model, assuming two general factors for “social communication and interaction” and “repetitive and restricted behavior,” along with six specific factors, best fit the data. However, in contrast to previous studies, no significant differences between men and women were observed for each scale. Limitations: Several limitations remain for future exploration, including examining samples beyond university students, determining cutoff values for distinguishing autism spectrum disorder, and investigating cultural differences. Discussion: The CATI-j is applicable to Japanese university students.