Which Condition Is Characterized by a Lack of Back-And-Forth Imitation

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which condition is characterized by a lack of back-and-forth imitation of gestures and facial expressions during infancy and deficits in empathy and social skills later in life?

• A)Down syndrome
• B)Bipolar disorder
• C)Autism
• D)Schizophrenia

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