A Professor Is Explaining Autism Spectrum Disorders to His Students

question 92

Multiple Choice

A professor is explaining autism spectrum disorders to his students.He is most likely to state that

• A)they are also known as attention deficit/hyperactivity disorders.
• B)they are caused when children experience rejection from their parents.
• C)they refer to a range of neurodevelopmental disorders.
• D)they are caused due to childhood vaccinations.

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Definitions:

Unconditional Positive Regard

An attitude of total acceptance toward another person regardless of their actions or feelings.

Person-Centered Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that emphasizes the importance of an individual's subjective experience and the therapist's unconditional positive regard toward the client.

Incongruence

A state in which there is a mismatch between one's experiences and self-image or between one's self-image and ideal self.

Self-Concept

An individual's understanding and belief about themselves, encompassing self-esteem, self-knowledge, and the perception of one's traits and abilities.