According to the APA, in Order to Be Diagnosed with Autism

question 25

Multiple Choice

According to the APA, in order to be diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, an individual must meet each of these criteria EXCEPT

• A)clinically significant, persistent defects in social communication and interactions
• B)restricted, repetitive pattern of behavior, interests, and activities
• C)symptoms must be present in early childhood
• D)evidence of echolalia, a unique language pattern with repetition of words and phrases

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