Which Condition Provides the Greatest Support for a Strong Genetic

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which condition provides the greatest support for a strong genetic contribution to autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) ?

• A)Concordance among dizygotic twins is 10%.
• B)Males are affected four times more frequently than females.
• C)People with some neurologic disorders also have features of ASDs.
• D)ASDs are more likely to occur in children of parents who are over 35 at the time of conception.

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Self-calming

Strategies or techniques employed by an individual to return to a state of emotional control or equilibrium on their own.

Relaxation

A state of being free from tension and anxiety.

Rewarding

Rewarding is providing a positive response to a behavior, action, or effort, encouraging its recurrence and reinforcing the behavior.

Cope

The ability to effectively deal with and manage one's feelings and reactions to problems or challenges.