Pat Is Two and a Half Years Old

question 42

Multiple Choice

Pat is two and a half years old. Although he has been developing normally, he is beginning to lose control of his bladder and bowels. Upon examination, his pediatrician finds no medical
Causes. By his third birthday, Pat's understanding of language begins to deteriorate and his
Social skills are becoming impaired. Pat has features of ______.

• A) childhood disintegrative disorder
• B) Rett's disorder
• C) autism
• D) Asperger's disorder

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Definitions:

Pollyanna Effect

The inclination among individuals to recall positive events or information with greater precision than negative ones.

Different Background

A different background refers to the diverse experiences, cultures, or education levels individuals come from, contributing to a rich variety of perspectives.

Perceptual Error

A cognitive mistake that occurs when one's interpretation of sensory information does not accurately reflect reality.

Golem Effect

The phenomenon where lower expectations placed upon individuals either by supervisors or the individuals themselves lead to poorer performance.