Impairments in the Social Interactions of Individuals with Autism Spectrum

question 110

Multiple Choice

Impairments in the social interactions of individuals with autism spectrum disorders do not include

• A)decreased ability to use multiple nonverbal cues.
• B)failure to establish developmentally appropriate peer relationships.
• C)a lack of seeking to share enjoyment with others.
• D)the inability to develop preferences for interaction with specific individuals.

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Definitions:

Melanie Klein

A psychoanalyst known for her work on object relations theory and the psychoanalysis of children, highlighting the importance of early emotional relationships.

Freud

Refers to Sigmund Freud, the founding father of psychoanalysis, a method for treating psychopathology through dialogue between a patient and a psychoanalyst.

Freudian Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies used unconsciously by individuals to protect themselves from anxiety and internal conflicts, as proposed by Sigmund Freud.

Behaviorally Oriented

Focused on or pertaining to observable and measurable actions or reactions, often in the context of psychology or behavior therapy.