Asperger's Syndrome, One Disorder in the Autism Spectrum Family, First

question 24

Multiple Choice

Asperger's syndrome, one disorder in the Autism Spectrum family, first appeared in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) in 1994 and was later removed in the fifth edition in 2013, to be folded back into Autism Spectrum Disorder. This is an example of _____________?

• A) changing professional norms
• B) zeitgeist
• C) indecisiveness
• D) medicalization
• E) a social movement

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Definitions:

Elaboration Likelihood Model

A theory in social psychology that explains two routes of persuasion: the central route for people highly involved in the content, and the peripheral route for less engaged audiences.

Internal Locus Of Control

The belief that one has control over their own life and outcomes, rather than external forces having that control.

Social Pressure

The influence exerted by society on individuals to adopt certain behaviors, norms, or attitudes.

Social Constraints

The limitations or pressures exerted by societal norms and expectations on an individual's behavior.