Currently, Scientists' Main Focus in Developing Biological Treatments for Autism

question 125

Multiple Choice

Currently, scientists' main focus in developing biological treatments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is geared toward

• A)finding pharmacological treatments for specific behaviors or symptoms.
• B)finding pharmacological treatments for the core neurobiological deficits in autism.
• C)developing gene therapy.
• D)refining neurosurgical techniques previously used for seizure patients.

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