The following are characteristic of autism except

Options

A. 1.Onset after 6 years of age
B. 2.Repetitive behaviour
C. 3.Delayed language development
D. 4.Severe deficit in social interaction

Answer

B

Explanation

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neuro-developmental disability that can impact an individual’s social skills, communication and self-regulation. Autism is a “spectrum condition” that affects people differently and to varying degrees.

Characteristics of autism include:

It is an early-onset disorder which is present from birth and can be diagnosed as early as 2 years of age in the developmental stage.
Presence of repetitive patterns of behaviour
Severe impairment in basic social skills
Problems or delay in the development of communication skills
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