Research Suggests That Intervention for Autism May Be Most Effective

question 73

Multiple Choice

Research suggests that intervention for autism may be most effective for significant change in core symptoms if it begun

• A)when children are very young.
• B)during adolescence.
• C)at puberty.
• D)in adulthood.

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Definitions:

Bipolar Disorder

A psychiatric disorder marked by severe fluctuations in mood, ranging from manic or hypomanic episodes to depressive lows.

Major Depression

A mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and worthlessness, often accompanied by changes in sleep, appetite, energy level, and concentration.

Completed Suicide

The act of successfully ending one's own life.

Suicide Attempts

The act of trying to take one's own life intentionally but not resulting in death.