Autism Quiz

What is autism described as?

• A temporary condition

• A type of physical disability

• A simple learning disability

• A complex neurodevelopmental disorder

At what age are behavioral symptoms of autism typically present?

• After 5 years

• Before 36 months

• After 12 months

• At birth

What percentage of children with autism have additional learning disabilities?

• 10-20%

• 50-70%

• 30-40%

• 80-90%

What term is used to describe the different variants of autism?

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

• Communication Disorder

• Learning Disability Disorder

• Social Interaction Disorder

Which cognitive domain is NOT mentioned as a focus in autism research?

• Emotional intelligence

• Central coherence

• Executive control

• Theory of mind

What is a common characteristic of children with autism?

• Severe abnormalities in social interaction

• No interest in special interests

• High verbal communication skills

• Excellent social skills

What do researchers believe about the causes of autism?

• It is a result of bad nutrition

• It is caused by poor parenting

• It is largely genetic

• It is purely environmental

What is the focus of the study mentioned in the text?

• Exploring the social skills of children

• Studying the effects of medication

• Understanding the genetic causes of autism

• Identifying a single cognitive abnormality

What did the findings of the study reveal about children with ASD?

• They do not show any cognitive abilities

• They perform better than typically developing children in all areas

• They have a mix of cognitive strengths and weaknesses

• They only have one cognitive deficit

What is one of the unresolved questions about autism mentioned in the text?

• How cognitive capabilities relate to behavioral features

• What causes autism

• How to cure autism

• How to prevent autism