Researchers, Studying the Brain of Individuals with Autistic Disorder, Suggest

question 76

Multiple Choice

Researchers, studying the brain of individuals with autistic disorder, suggest that one area of the brain that may be involved with the disorder is the .

• A) brain stem
• B) hypothalamus
• C) amygdala
• D) reticular formation

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Definitions:

Culture

The social behavior, norms, knowledge, beliefs, arts, laws, customs, capabilities, and habits of the members of a society.

Bilingual

The ability to speak and understand two languages fluently.

White Matter

The part of the brain and spinal cord made up of myelinated nerve fibers, which are responsible for transmitting signals within the nervous system.

Hemisphere Damage

Refers to injury or dysfunction in one half of the brain, affecting cognitive, physical, or emotional functions depending on the area damaged.