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(n=25): marked 4%, moderate 28%, slight 52%, none 16%; age 13-17 (n=16):<br />

moderate 6%, slight 68%, none 26%; age 18+ (n=4): slight 25%, none 75%. For<br />

example, a boy 5yr 5mo scored in the average range on a one word expressive<br />

vocabulary test 10/00 <strong>and</strong> at age equivalent 8yr 2mo in 3/01 with no change in<br />

education or medication other than starting DMSA/LA.<br />

"The majority of children excrete mercury, lead, <strong>and</strong> other metals, suggesting that<br />

there may be a generalized problem with metal metabolism. Side effects include<br />

transient increases in hyperactivity, self-stimulatory behavior, <strong>and</strong> loose stools. Younger<br />

children in particular respond well to this therapy with significant improvement in<br />

function."<br />

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185. Excellent Defeat <strong>Autism</strong> Now! PPT Presentations online<br />

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