Current Research on the Possible Causes of Autism Lists All

question 15

Multiple Choice

Current research on the possible causes of autism lists all of the following except _____.

• A)abnormal brain development
• B)genetic factors
• C)environmental toxins
• D)parenting style

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Definitions:

Dishabituation

is the renewed response to a stimulus after habituation has occurred, typically due to a novel stimulus interrupting the habituation process.

B State

A concept in psychology that refers to an individual's internal state, such as mood or emotion, which can affect behavior and perception.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing information and controlling responses.

Habituation

The decreasing responsiveness to a stimulus after repeated exposure.