Autism: References

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References

Citations

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Last updated:	May 19, 2008
Author:	Jeannette Curtis
Reviewed By:	Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics, Fred Volkmar, MD - Child Psychiatry
Editors:	Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Pat Truman, MATC