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Second generation antipsychotic-induced weight gain in youth with autism spectrum disorders: a brief review of mechanisms, monitoring practices, and indicated treatments

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Pages 159-167 | Received 12 Apr 2019, Accepted 26 Jun 2019, Published online: 14 Jul 2019

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