We found that valence may be the primary factor in social touch perception. ​The social context appears to be relevant, but to a lesser extent. ​Artificial neural network models trained on action perception and facial expression recognition do not capture human judgments of social touch scenes.

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5. The unpredictability of touch, sensory responsivity, and anxiety affect the experiences of social touch among autistic people.
6. Understanding and respecting individual touch preferences can improve relationship quality and comfort for autistic people.

2. Both groups find touch from partners or children most meaningful and comfortable.
3. Autistic adults enjoy social touch less overall, reporting more challenges, including in romantic relationships.
4. They rate touch as less appropriate and less pleasant in professional or friendly settings.

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