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Connecting genes to brain in the autism spectrum disorders.
Archives of neurology - 1 Apr 2010
Abrahams Brett S, Geschwind Daniel H
Abstract excerpt
The autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are a complex group of neuropsychiatric conditions involving language, social communication, and mental flexibility. Here, we attempt to place recent genetic advances within a developmental and anatomical context. Recent progress in identifying ASD candidate genes supports involvement of multiple brain regions, including the frontal lobes, anterior temporal lobes, caudate, and...
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