Marcus Is Unresponsive to Most Social Stimuli

question 49

Multiple Choice

Marcus is unresponsive to most social stimuli.He rarely smiles, talks, or makes eye contact with others.He seems indifferent to everyone, including his parents.He engages in solitary, ritualistic behaviours.He sometimes goes into sudden tantrums or panics.He also insists on the same familiar food each day.What condition does Marcus appear to have?

• A)childhood schizophrenia
• B)autism spectrum disorder
• C)impulsivity
• D)avoidant disorder

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