Shoko engages in repetitive hair swirling and hand shaking.These are not tics as she continues to engage in the behaviors for long periods of time.Although she has been diagnosed with autism spectrum, her doctor is adding a diagnosis of ________ disorder to expand her treatment.
A)persistent motor or vocal tic
B)stereotypic movement
C)developmental coordination
D)intellectual disability

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Shoko's behavior of repetitive hair swirling and hand shaking is indicative of stereotypic movement disorder, which involves repetitive and seemingly purposeless movements, and is often seen in individuals with autism spectrum disorder. The other options are not applicable as persistent motor or vocal tics involve a different type of behavior, developmental coordination disorder involves difficulty with motor skills that interferes with daily functioning, and intellectual disability involves deficits in cognitive functioning.

Shoko Engages in Repetitive Hair Swirling and Hand Shaking