A kindergarten teacher refers a student to the school nurse because he appears unable to engage in play with the other children and insists on playing alone with a particular toy. He also shows delayed language development. What disorder might the nurse suspect?

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2. The core symptoms of ASDs are impairment of social interactions and communication, and restricted, repetitive behaviors and interests. Conduct disorder is defined by a relatively persistent pattern of multiple antisocial behaviors during childhood and adolescence. PTSD is a response to trauma that often involves recurring, distressing dreams related to the event. Although children with PTSD may withdraw from others and disengage from activities, they do not typically exhibit language delays. Core symptoms of ADHD fall into three categories: inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

A Kindergarten Teacher Refers a Student to the School Nurse