Early symptoms of autism spectrum disorders and association with Brazilian children's development and behavior
Rafaela Silva Moreira; Marina Aguiar Pires Guimarães; Lívia de Castro Magalhães; Janaina Matos Moreira; Claudia Regina Lindgren Alves
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Submitted date:
09/26/2024
Accepted date:
03/12/2025