questions about meds for autism-related problems

June 2012

The big increase in kids diagnosed with autism will bring up more questions about meds for autism-related problems.

One in 88 U.S. kids is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder.

Behavioral and educational interventions are the cornerstone of therapy...but these are costly and many kids still have symptoms. That's why nearly half of these children end up on meds.

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