Tiffany Is Researching Methods Used to Treat Autism Spectrum Disorders

question 18

Multiple Choice

Tiffany is researching methods used to treat autism spectrum disorders and begins by searching on the Internet. Which statement should make her suspicious that she is on a site rooted in pseudoscience?

• A) The website focuses on testimonials from family members that describe seemingly miraculous cures.
• B) The site contains links to research published in peer-reviewed journals that evaluate the treatment method.
• C) The treatment methods described on the site are clearly defined, as are the expected outcomes.
• D) The site provides clear explanations of how the treatment methods are tied to existing theories of the causes of autism.

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