#1
Which of the following is a characteristic commonly associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?
Difficulty with social communication and interaction
ExplanationASD is often characterized by challenges in social communication and interaction.
#2
Which of the following is a common behavior in individuals with ASD?
Difficulty with verbal communication
ExplanationIndividuals with ASD commonly exhibit challenges in verbal communication.
#3
What percentage of individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder are male?
80%
ExplanationApproximately 80% of individuals diagnosed with ASD are male.
#4
Which of the following is a sensory sensitivity commonly observed in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Hypersensitivity to loud noises
ExplanationHypersensitivity to loud noises is a common sensory sensitivity in ASD.
#5
Which of the following is a key characteristic of Asperger syndrome, a condition on the autism spectrum?
Normal to above-average intelligence
ExplanationAsperger syndrome is characterized by normal to above-average intelligence.
#6
Which of the following is NOT a criterion for diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder according to the DSM-5?
Intellectual disability
ExplanationIntellectual disability is not a criterion for diagnosing ASD according to DSM-5.
#7
What is one of the primary tools used to diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS)
ExplanationADOS is a key tool for diagnosing ASD.
#8
What is the term used to describe the tendency of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder to focus intensely on specific interests or topics?
Restricted interests
ExplanationThe intense focus on specific interests or topics is termed as restricted interests in ASD.
#9
Which of the following is a co-occurring condition commonly seen in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Anxiety disorders
ExplanationAnxiety disorders commonly co-occur with ASD.
#10
Which of the following is a core deficit in social communication typically observed in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Lack of empathy
ExplanationA core deficit in social communication is the lack of empathy in individuals with ASD.
#11
Which of the following is considered an early sign of Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Avoidance of eye contact after the age of 2
ExplanationAvoidance of eye contact after age 2 is considered an early sign of ASD.
#12
What term is used to describe the group of individuals who were previously diagnosed with separate disorders such as autistic disorder, Asperger syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) under the DSM-IV?
Autistic individuals
ExplanationThe term used is 'Autistic individuals' to describe this group.
#13
Which of the following is a common challenge for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder in educational settings?
Difficulty with auditory processing
ExplanationDifficulty with auditory processing is a common challenge in educational settings for individuals with ASD.
#14
What is the term used to describe the ability to understand and regulate one's own emotions and behaviors?
Self-regulation
ExplanationThe ability is described as 'Self-regulation'.
#15
What is the term used to describe the tendency to repeat certain actions or behaviors in an identical or very similar manner?
Perseveration
ExplanationThe tendency is described as 'Perseveration' to repeat certain actions or behaviors.