Advances in Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder

Abstract

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) appears to have a dramatic increase over the last twenty years and according to the latest estimates, 1 out of 68 children has been diagnosed with this disorder. In this context, it is crucial to provide clinicians with the most updated information on the genetic, epigenetic, and environmental understanding of ASD, as well as to provide the best scientific evidence in order to build successful therapeutic strategies for the patients.

Keywords

autism spectrum disorder - genetics - environmental factors - treatment

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