Lack of specific gene plays role in autism and other developmental syndromes
Monday, February 9, 2009 - 00:21
in Psychology & Sociology
It is estimated that three to six out of every 1,000 children in the United States have autism - and the number of diagnosed cases is rising. Autism is one of a group of series developmental problems called autism spectrum disorders (ASD) that appear in early childhood, usually before age 3. Through symptoms and severity vary, all autism disorders affect a child's ability to communicate and interact with others...
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