AP PSYCHOLOGY

ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

SCHIZOPHRENIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Select the two “arms” or criteria necessary to diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorder
A
Persistent deficits in social communication
B
Emotional dysregulation
C
Restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior
D
History of exposure to toxins in the developmental period
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by the following: Difficulties in social communication differences, including verbal and nonverbal communication. Deficits in social interactions.

Detailed explanation-2: -Professionals diagnose autism spectrum disorder on the basis of difficulties in 2 areas – ‘social communication’, and ‘restricted, repetitive and/or sensory behaviours or interests’.

Detailed explanation-3: -One of the hallmark features of an autism spectrum disorder is the presence of restrictive and repetitive behaviors (RRBs), interests, and activities. Individuals may engage in stereotyped and repetitive motor movements (e.g., hand flapping or lining up items) or speech (e.g., echolalia).

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