Some Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Other Developmental Disorders

question 8

Multiple Choice

Some children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other developmental disorders, have difficulty understanding and expressing emotions. These deficits have led researchers to hypothesize that children with autism have problems in the functioning of the ___.

• A)basal ganglia
• B)limbic system
• C)corpus callosum
• D)cerebellum

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Definitions:

Benefits

Advantages or positive outcomes gained from actions, policies, or products.

Sexually Transmitted Infection

An infection transmitted through sexual contact, caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites.

Gonorrhea

A sexually transmitted infection caused by the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacterium, which affects mucous membranes, including the reproductive tract.

HIV

Human Immunodeficiency Virus, a virus that attacks the immune system and can lead to AIDS if not treated.