Cell type-specific inhibitory modulation of sound processing in the auditory thalamus.

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This study shows that different “gatekeeper” brain cells adjust how much sound information reaches the cortex, helping families affected by 16p11.2 understand why a child may be overwhelmed by noise or miss important sounds—and why practical supports like quieter environments, predictable listening situations, and gradual sound exposure can help the brain filter sounds more effectively for learning, communication, and emotional regulation.