One Reason Described in the Text That ASD May Be

question 43

Multiple Choice

One reason described in the text that ASD may be disproportionately diagnosed in males is ______.

• A) high levels of male hormones in utero can affect the developing brain, particularly in the limbic system and frontal cortex, which largely process social information
• B) the X chromosome is protective against ASD, because ASD appears to be an X-linked condition
• C) socialization of females tends toward praise for repetitive behaviors, such as washing dishes and folding clothes; thus, girls who exhibit these repetitive behaviors may not be diagnosed
• D) males with ASD tend to exhibit many more disruptive behaviors than girls with ASD, and so there may be more cause to seek diagnosis and treatment for males suspected of having the disorder

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Definitions:

Collective Unconscious

A term coined by Carl Jung, referring to structures of the unconscious mind which are shared among beings of the same species.

Shared Environment

The environmental factors that contribute to the similarities in development and behavior among family members living in the same household.

Culture

A program of shared rules that govern the behavior of people in a community or society, and a set of values, beliefs, and customs shared by most members of that community.

Psychological Damage

Harm to a person's mental health or well-being, which can result from traumatic events, abuse, or chronic stress.