Addressing the Major Challenges Facing the Autism Community

This Viewpoint discusses the need to address proposed diagnostic classifications, competing research and funding priorities, and barriers to screening, services, and supports for the autism community.

Corresponding Author: Geraldine Dawson, PhD, Duke Center for Autism and Brain Development, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Duke University, 2608 Erwin Rd, Ste 300, Durham, NC 27705 (geraldine.dawson@duke.edu).

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