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Human Hybrids, Autism & Discrete Evolution - Dr. Emily Casanova, Loyola University - DS Pod 271

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Autism and Our Neanderthal Heritage

This chapter examines the deep-rooted connections between human evolution, autism, and Neanderthal genetics, suggesting that autism-related genes date back long before its formal identification. It highlights the need to understand autism beyond a medical diagnosis, emphasizing cultural context and the diverse experiences within the autistic community.

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