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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Definitions:

Mastered Skills

Abilities or expertise acquired through practice and learning, to the point of proficiency or excellence.

Initiating

The first phase in the project management lifecycle, involving the development of a project charter and the identification of stakeholders.

Gatekeeping

The control over the flow of information, often practiced by media professionals or organizations deciding what information is published or broadcasted.

Leading Questions

Questions formulated in such a way that suggests the desired answer, often used to influence the respondent's response.