Hypersensitivity to stimuli in children with ASD can manifest both as avoidance behavior (such as shying away from touch) or seeking behavior (such as mouthing objects).
a. True
b. False
[Ques. 2] One example of a test of theory of mind is the
a. Sally and Anne test.
b. Checklist for Autism in Toddlers. c. Social Stories test.
d. Test of Incidental Learning.
[Ques. 3] In typically developing children, theory of mind is developing by the age of
a. 1.
b. 2. c. 3. d. 4.
[Ques. 4] Autism is more common in boys, with about times as many boys as girls identified.
a. 2
b. 4 c. 8 d. 10
[Ques. 5] The fact that children have a critical development period for language and social skills from about 18 months to 3 years means that is critical in the treatment of ASD.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
[Ques. 6] What are the implications of the research finding that African-American children are 2.6 times less likely to be identified as having ASD?
What will be an ideal response?
[Ques. 7] The prevalence of the autism spectrum disorder has been
a. steadily decreasing.
b. stable over the last ten years. c. steadily increasing.
d. slowing increasing.
[Ques. 8] The document used to guide professionals in making a diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder is known as the
____________.
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[Ques. 9] ASD can be correctly recognized in children as young as
a. 6 months old.
b. 2 years old. c. 4 years old. d. 6 years old.
[Ques. 10] Describe some of the concerns that have been raised about the new definition of ASD as outlined in the DSM-5.
Include the new criteria for an ASD diagnosis in your answer.
What will be an ideal response?
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