A Long-Term Disorder Characterized by Extreme Unresponsiveness to Others,poor Communication

question 81

Multiple Choice

A long-term disorder characterized by extreme unresponsiveness to others,poor communication skills,and highly repetitive and rigid behaviour patterns is known as:

• A) psychosis.
• B) dementia.
• C) autism.
• D) attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.

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Definitions:

Energy Homeostasis

The process of balancing energy intake with energy expenditure to maintain stable energy levels in the body.

Basal Metabolic Rate

The amount of energy expended while at rest in a neutrally temperate environment, necessary to maintain the basic functions of the body.

Total Metabolic Rate

Refers to the total amount of energy consumed by an organism to maintain its bodily functions at rest and during activity.

Leptin

A hormone produced by fat cells that helps to regulate energy balance by inhibiting hunger.