Luke's Parents Are Concerned About Him Because, Beginning at About

question 21

Multiple Choice

Luke's parents are concerned about him because, beginning at about age 2, he began to show little affection toward other people, his speech became very limited to the point where he seldom talked, and he began to engage in repetitive behavior, such as spinning his crayons and rocking back and forth. If you were to guess what Luke's diagnosis might be, the best choice would be:

• A) attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
• B) childhood depression
• C) autism
• D) child-onset schizophrenia

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Definitions:

Neonates

Newborn infants, especially during the first few weeks after birth.

Uterine Contractions

Are the tightening and relaxing of the uterine muscles, often experienced during childbirth or menstruation.

Efface

To thin.

Dilate

To widen or enlarge.