Jake Is an 8-Year Old Boy with Autistic Disorder Whose

question 19

Multiple Choice

Jake is an 8-year old boy with autistic disorder whose parents have just been informed that their son will be provided with whatever special psychological support he needs. Jake's parents should

• A) insist on a special education classroom since research suggests this is best for autistic children.
• B) consider changing schools because it is obvious that Jake's school knows nothing about the needs of autistic children.
• C) be relieved that Jake's autism must be very mild since the school would not place a child with significant autistic deficits in a regular classroom.
• D) be pleased since research suggests that this approach is best for children with autistic disorder.