Variation in the autism candidate gene <it>GABRB3</it> modulates tactile sensitivity in typically developing children

Variation in the autism candidate gene <it>GABRB3</it> modulates tactile sensitivity in typically developing children

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Autism spectrum conditions have a strong genetic component. Atypical sensory sensitivities are one of the core but neglected features of autism spectrum conditions. <it>GABRB3</it> is a well-characterised candidate gene f...

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Main Authors: Tavassoli Teresa, Auyeung Bonnie, Murphy Laura C, Baron-Cohen Simon, Chakrabarti Bhismadev
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-07-01
Series:Molecular Autism
Subjects:
Autism spectrum conditions
autistic traits
GABA
sensory profile
tactile sensitivity
Online Access:http://www.molecularautism.com/content/3/1/6

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