Which of the Following People Is Most Likely to Be

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following people is most likely to be diagnosed with autism?

• A) Ryan, a five-year-old who is retarded but has a special ability to relate well with others
• B) Paul, a two-year-old who avoids people and spends long periods of time flipping his fingers
• C) Ben, a six-year-old who has a history of depression
• D) Anne, a ten-year-old who just recently has begun to withdraw from others

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Definitions:

Slow-To-Warm-Up

A temperament style where individuals are initially hesitant or cautious in new situations but become more comfortable with time.

Behavioral Style

Characteristic ways in which individuals behave across different situations, reflecting patterns in actions, reactions, and interactions.

Sleep Schedule

A routine or plan that determines the timing of when a person goes to sleep and wakes up.

Attachment Theory

A psychological model that describes the dynamics of long-term and short-term interpersonal relationships between humans, particularly focusing on how parent-child relationships influence development.