The results of behavioral treatment targeting the socialization deficits of individuals with autism have shown
a. no improvement.
b. some improvement in social skills, which seemed to improve intellectual and educational functioning.
c. significant improvement in social skills, and improved intellectual and educational functioning.
d. substantial improvement in both the quantity and quality of social skills.
Question 2Currently, scientists' main focus in developing biological treatments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is geared towards
a. Finding pharmacological treatments for specific behaviors or symptoms
b. Finding pharmacological treatments for the core neurobiological deficits in autism
c. Developing gene therapy
d. Refining neurosurgical techniques previously used for seizure patients
Question 3One major distinction between Asperger's disorder and autism is that
a. Asperger's disorder is associated with longer language delays and lower IQ.
b. autism is associated with social impairment, and Asperger's disorder is not.
c. autism develops in early childhood, and Asperger's develops during adolescence.
d. Asperger's disorder is not associated with severe language delays.
Question 4Approximately what percentage of individuals with ASD have intellectual disabilities?
a. 12
b. 38
c. 57
d. 72
Question 5Which treatment approach has been most clearly documented as benefitting children with problems with communication and socialization?
a. Pharmacological treatment
b. Behavioral approaches
c. School education
d. Family systems therapy
Question 6What is the convincing evidence that autism involves some form of brain damage?
a. Nearly half of individuals with autism have some level of intellectual disability.
b. Most children with autism suffered some form of brain trauma at birth.
c. Autism runs in families.
d. Autism develops fairly quickly and at a young age.
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