Several Research Studies Have Demonstrated That Children with Autism Are

question 38

Multiple Choice

Several research studies have demonstrated that children with autism are more likely than children without autism to exhibit

• A)high blood pressure.
• B)gastrointestinal distress,such as chronic diarrhea and constipation.
• C)an appetite for carbohydrates.
• D)a propensity to snack between meals.

---

Definitions:

Genetic Heritage

The genetic information and traits passed down from one's ancestors, influencing various aspects of an individual's physical and possibly behavioral characteristics.

Genotype

is the genetic makeup of an organism that determines its characteristics, including both visible traits and traits that are not visible.

Phenotype

The visible or observable expression of an organism's genetics, including physical characteristics and behaviors.

Turner Syndrome

A chromosome disorder in females in which either an X chromosome is missing, making the person XO instead of XX, or the second X chromosome is partially deleted.