Autism Spectrum Disorder is primarily a disorder of:

Here are the answers to the multiple-choice questions:

1. Autism Spectrum Disorder is primarily a disorder of:

   • B. Brain development
   • ASD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects brain development and function.

2. The diagnostic criteria for intellectual development disorder is based on.

   • A. Deficit in intellectual functions
   • Intellectual development disorder is characterized by significant limitations in both intellectual functioning (e.g., reasoning, problem-solving) and adaptive behavior.

3. Autism Spectrum Disorder is characterized by deficits in how many domains?

   • C. Three
   • ASD is characterized by deficits in social interaction, communication, and restricted/repetitive behaviors.

4. Which is NOT a core feature of Autism Spectrum Disorder?

   • D. Fever
   • Impaired social interaction, impaired communication, and restricted repetitive behavior are the three core features of ASD. Fever is a symptom of illness, not a core feature of ASD.

5. Symptoms of ASD are usually recognized during:

   • B. Second year of life
   • While some signs may be present earlier, symptoms of ASD often become more noticeable and are typically recognized during the second year of life.

6. Delayed language development is a sign of:

   • A. ASD
   • Delayed language development is a common early indicator of Autism Spectrum Disorder.

7. Unusual play pattern includes:

   • B. Carrying toys without playing
   • Unusual play patterns in ASD can involve repetitive actions with toys, a lack of imaginative play, or using toys in non-functional ways, such as carrying them around without engaging in typical play.

8. Restricted repetitive behavior includes:

   • B. Echolalia
   • Echolalia, the repetition of words or phrases, is a common form of restricted and repetitive communication behavior seen in individuals with ASD.