When a Child Has a Disorder That Involves Impaired Development

question 103

Multiple Choice

When a child has a disorder that involves impaired development of the brain and central nervous system as well as affects psychological functioning in areas of social interaction, communication skills, and display of stereotyped interests and behaviors, the disorder is called a ____.

• A) form of childhood schizophrenia
• B) learning disability
• C) neurodevelopmental disorder
• D) personality disorder

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Definitions:

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