A Malfunction of the Mirror Neurons Has Been Implicated in an Early

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Multiple Choice

A malfunction of the mirror neurons has been implicated in an early childhood condition in which the child shows impaired social interaction and communication as well as restricted and repetitive behavior, such as head banging. This condition is known as

• A)autism spectrum disorders.
• B)Tourette's syndrome.
• C)acromegaly.
• D)Down syndrome.

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Definitions:

Grammatical Correctness

Adherence to the rules and conventions that govern the syntax and structure of a language.

Whorf's Linguistic Relativity Hypothesis

The theory proposing that the language one speaks directly influences and shapes one's thought processes and worldview.

Color Names

The specific labels or designations given to various hues, shades, and tints identifiable in the human visual spectrum.

Language

A system of communication that is governed by a system of rules (a grammar) and can express an infinite number of propositions.