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We would like to thank J.G. and his mother.

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    Amanda K. Ludlow

  2. Department of Psychology, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, CO4 3SQ, UK

    Arnold J. Wilkins

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Ludlow, A.K., Wilkins, A.J. Case Report: Color as a Therapeutic Intervention. J Autism Dev Disord 39, 815–818 (2009). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-008-0672-5

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