Update on Autism Spectrum Disorders for Optometry: A Review of the Literature.
Background: The purpose of the paper is to review current literature on Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and to inform doctors of optometry who will provide care for patients with ASD and their families. As primary care providers, it is important that doctors of optometry have the knowledge and skill...
| Published in: | Optometry & Visual Performance Vol. 2; no. 5; pp. 220 - 235 |
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| Format: | review tables/charts Journal Article |
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Optometric Extension Program
Oct2014
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