Why Does the General Public Often Not Realize a Child

question 17

Multiple Choice

Why does the general public often not realize a child with autism has a disability when he/she displays aggressive or bizarre behavior in public places?

• A) Because of a lack of understanding of the characteristics of autism
• B) Because many families attempt to hide the autism diagnosis
• C) Because individuals with autism usually appear physically normal
• D) Because all children with autism have unique needs and characteristics

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Definitions:

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