Lydia Has Difficulty with Interpersonal Interactions but Is Otherwise High

question 48

Multiple Choice

Lydia has difficulty with interpersonal interactions but is otherwise high functioning. In the past, she would have been diagnosed with Asperger's disorder. Using the current DSM-5 criteria, she would now be diagnosed with:

• A) Asperger's disorder; nothing has changed.
• B) autism spectrum disorder.
• C) social communications disorder.
• D) no disorder.

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Definitions:

Main Idea

The central or most important concept, topic, or point that a piece of writing or communication is trying to convey.

Audience Confusion

A state of misunderstanding or lack of clarity experienced by listeners or viewers in response to a message or presentation.

Job Reference

A recommendation provided by a previous employer or professional contact vouching for an individual's skills and qualifications.

Permission

Authorization granted by a rights holder or governing authority to perform a specific action or access specific resources.