PSYC 203 Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders
Which of the following is NOT TRUE of the challenges faced by individuals with ASD?
The IDEA protects the rights of people with ASD in employment
Which of the following is a diagnostic criterion for ASD?
Trevor feels anxiety when his day is unstructured, so his teacher provides an hourly schedule for him every day
According to CDC estimates, how many children have been diagnosed with ASD?
1 in 68
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children be screened specifically for ASD at what ages?
18 months and 24 months
Who wrote the publication suggesting that autism was a biological disorder and founded the Autism Society of America and the Autism Research Institute?
Bernard Rimland
Which of the following is NOT an early warning sign of ASD?
Child does not walk by 9 months old
Which of the following is NOT an ASD-specific diagnostic or screening tool?
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders
True or False: Recent research has been able to conclusively link vaccines to greater rates of ASD
False
Which of the following is NOT one of the 10 tips by Dr. Joaquin Fuentes for supporting a person with ASD?
People with ASD belong with other people with ASD
Which of the following is a diagnostic criterion for ASD?
Persistent deficits in social communication and social interaction across multiple contexts
Which of the following best describes autism spectrum disorders?
Persistent deficits in social communication, social interaction, and engagement in repetitive or stereotypical movements that impair a person's everyday functioning
True or False: The exact cause of ASD is unknown
True
Which of the following risk factors is NOT identified to be associated with the presence of ASD?
Young parental age
