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APA report cites critical gaps in evidence for current treatment of children’s behavioral and mental health problems
(09/10/06)

Children with autism found to have specific memory problems that may underlie aspects of disorder
(01/16/06)

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psychology news
Autistic mannerisms reduced by sensory treatment
April 27, 2008, ScienceDaily

Surprising language abilities in children with autism
April 25, 2008, ScienceDaily

Rise in autism due to changes in diagnosis
April 9, 2008, ScienceDaily

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Monitor on Psychology
The two faces of oxytocin
(February 2008)

Could robots help provide better diagnostic tools for children with autism?
(March 2007)

New research sheds light on how we make sense of the world's colors and shapes
(December 2006)

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The Profile of Memory Function in Children With Autism
(January 2006)

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