Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) refers to a group of disorders that affect communication and interaction (autism, Asperger’s syndrome, pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified, and childhood disintegrative disorder). Four times as many boys as girls are diagnosed, and while there is no one cause, genetic and environmental factors together are thought to play a role.
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The Autism Program at Boston Medical Center
The Autism Program at Boston Medical Center assists and empowers individuals and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related disabilities through direct patien…
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Pediatrics - Neurology
Our pediatric neurologists diagnose and treat children with all types of nervous system disorders from sleep and movement disorders to concussions and other head trauma.
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