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Editorial
. 2012 Sep;14(3):219-22.
doi: 10.31887/DCNS.2012.14.3/athurm.

The importance of autism research

Audrey Thurm, Susan E Swedo
Editorial

The importance of autism research

Audrey Thurm et al. Dialogues Clin Neurosci. 2012 Sep.

Abstract

This editorial discusses the importance of autism research, noting areas of progress and ongoing challenges and focusing on studies of the etiology, pathophysiology, and treatment of autism spectrum disorders.

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