1. Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Author
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BARNA, MARK
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AUTISM spectrum disorders , *VACCINATION , *NEURAL development , *BEHAVIOR therapy , *DISEASE risk factors ,TREATMENT of developmental disabilities - Abstract
The article offers several information related to autistic spectrum disorder (ASD), which is a developmental disorder characterized by difficulties in social interaction and communication and by restricted or repetitive patterns of thought and behavior. Topics discussed include no association between vaccination and autism; impact of genetic and environmental factors over brain development; and use of behavioral therapies and medications for treatment of ASD.
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- 2017