Which Is Not Considered a Characteristic of Individuals with Asperger

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which is not considered a characteristic of individuals with Asperger syndrome?

• A)Poor motor skills
• B)Inflexibility
• C)Social awkwardness
• D)Severe delays in language development

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Definitions:

DSM-5 Diagnoses

The categorization of mental disorders using the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, a standardized classification system.

Rigid Pattern

A fixed and unchangeable sequence or way of behaving, thinking, or doing something that is difficult to alter.

Personality Disorder

A type of mental disorder characterized by enduring maladaptive patterns of behavior, cognition, and inner experience, exhibited across many contexts and deviating markedly from those accepted by the individual's culture.

Categorical Approach

A method of classification based on distinct and separate categories, often used in psychiatric diagnosis to classify mental disorders.